Healthy Food Orders Rise as Indians Rethink Everyday Eating

Healthy eating is becoming part of everyday food ordering in India rather than an occasional fitness choice. Swiggy reported that one in nine orders on its platform in January 2026 belonged to its EatRight category, which includes high-protein, low-calorie and no-added-sugar options. Separately, Zomato’s healthy-dish share increased from 5.3% in 2024 to 7.5% in 2026, according to a September report. Protein-rich meals, salads, rolls and lighter portions are attracting attention. 

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The trend is encouraging restaurants to expand healthier menu options while retaining familiar Indian flavours. However, customers should check ingredients, portion sizes, salt, sugar and cooking methods instead of relying only on labels such as “healthy” or “high protein.”

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