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Carrots, zucchini, parsnips: Give your potato fries a healthy twist

In today's time, habits can be hard to break, but when everyone's looking for a healthier alternative for just about everything, why not fries, too? Whether you're after something healthier, trendier, or just a little unexpected, here are some amazing veggies that can satiate your cravings without being bad for you. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Healthy options take over restaurants Bengaluru-based chef Amalraj says that today's fitness-focused customers are leaning more towards healthier food options, and that the sweet potato fries on their brewery's menu are a hit. 'Sweet potato fries have become increasingly popular, especially among health-conscious guests or those looking for a slightly sweet and unique flavour while packing in on the nutrients,' he shares. Air frying uses significantly less oil, making the fries much lower in fat and calories. The texture may be slightly less crispy than deep-frying, but with the right prep (cornstarch coating, brushing with oil), you can make it just as crunchy as your deep-fried snacks Chef Amalraj Why choose air frying over deep-frying? 'Using an air fryer with minimal oil significantly reduces the calories in crunchy snacks like fries,' dietitian Greeshma Kamath shares, adding, 'Deep-fried fries are likely to have unhealthy fats and more calories. Difference between air-frying and deep-frying Calories in 100gm of air-fried carrot fries: 70–90 kcal Calories in 100gm of deep-fried carrot fries: 200–250 kcal Less calories, more nutrients Given that veggies like carrots and beetroots are nutrition-dense, these fries are not just tastier, but healthier, too. Alternatives to potato fries Sweet potato Zucchini Carrots Beetroot Parsnips Eggplant Cauliflower