Celebrate Hariyali Teej 2025: 10 Festive Recipes To Try

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Hariyali Teej is one of the most vibrant and loved monsoon festivals in India, celebrated with devotion, music, swings and – of course – delicious traditional food. Falling in the month of Shravan, this festival is dedicated to the reunion of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, and the day is marked by women dressing in green attire, applying mehendi, and preparing festive sweets and savouries.


If you’re planning to celebrate at home, here are 10 mouth-watering Hariyali Teej special dishes you should definitely try in 2025.

1. Ghevar


This honeycomb-like sweet, soaked in sugar syrup and sometimes topped with malai or rabri, is a Teej essential. Its crispy texture and rich taste make it the highlight of the festive platter.


2. Kheer


No Indian festival feels complete without kheer. Whether you choose rice kheer, sabudana kheer, or lauki kheer, its creamy sweetness brings comfort and joy.

3. Thekua


A traditional North Indian sweet made with wheat flour, jaggery, and ghee. Crunchy on the outside and soft inside, Thekua is simple to make and stays fresh for days.


4. Methi Mathri


These crisp, deep-fried savoury biscuits made with fenugreek leaves and spices pair perfectly with a cup of masala chai during the monsoon celebrations.

5. Malpua


Soft, fluffy, syrup-soaked pancakes often served with rabri. Malpua is rich and indulgent, making it a must for festive feasts.

6. Besan Ladoo


These melt-in-the-mouth gram flour ladoos are quick to prepare and loved by everyone in the family. Roast the besan well to get the perfect nutty flavour.

7. Teej Special Dal Baati


A classic Rajasthani dish enjoyed on Teej, Dal Baati combines spiced lentils with baked wheat flour balls dipped in ghee. It’s hearty, filling, and perfect for a festive lunch.


8. Seviyan (Vermicelli) Kheer


Another easy and festive dessert, Seviyan Kheer has a light texture and can be flavoured with saffron and cardamom to make it extra special.

9. Hariyali Pulao


Add colour to your Teej thali with this fragrant green rice dish. Made with coriander, mint, and mild spices, it celebrates the 'hariyali' (greenery) of the season.

10. Sattu Paratha


Nutritious and filling, sattu paratha stuffed with roasted gram flour, onions, and spices makes a wholesome meal, especially enjoyed with fresh curd or pickle.

Celebrate Teej with Taste and Tradition


Teej is all about togetherness, devotion, and gratitude – and food plays a huge part in making these moments memorable. Try these dishes to bring authentic festive flavours to your home in 2025.