Rava Ladoo
Rava Ladoo is a traditional Indian sweet made primarily from roasted semolina (rava), sugar, and ghee, often flavored with cardamom and garnished with nuts. It's a popular festive treat, especially during celebrations like Diwali, and is known for its melt-in-the-mouth texture. The dish originates from South India but is enjoyed across the country.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Rava Ladoo is high in carbohydrates and fats due to its semolina and ghee content, providing quick energy. A typical serving offers a good amount of iron and some B vitamins from the semolina, with a calorie ballpark of around 150-200 kcal per ladoo.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 170 kcal |
| Protein | 2.5 g |
| Carbs | 24 g |
| Fat | 7.5 g |
| Fiber | 1.2 g |
| Sugar | 12 g |
| Sodium | 15 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.08 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.9 mg |
| Folate | 18 µg |
| Calcium | 12 mg |
| Magnesium | 10 mg |
| Phosphorus | 35 mg |
| Potassium | 45 mg |
Per 1 ladoo (approx. 40 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, Rava Ladoo is a symbol of hospitality and celebration, often prepared for religious ceremonies and festivals. Nutritionally, the semolina provides a source of energy, and when made with ghee, it offers healthy fats that are considered beneficial in Ayurvedic traditions.
