Spicy Indian Chickpea Salad (Chana Chaat)
8 hours 20 minutes
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About Spicy Indian Chickpea Salad (Chana Chaat)
This vibrant Indian Chickpea Salad, also known as Chana Chaat, is a protein-packed powerhouse of flavor and nutrition! Crisp onions, juicy tomatoes, and cooling cucumber combine with the earthy warmth of chickpeas and zesty spices for a truly satisfying vegetarian meal. Perfect for lunch, a light dinner, or a vibrant side dish.Bursting with fresh herbs and a tangy lemon dressing, this recipe is easily customizable to your spice preference. Whether you enjoy a mild or fiery kick, this Chana Chaat is sure to become a new favorite. It's quick, easy, and surprisingly healthy!Get ready to experience a delightful explosion of textures and tastes – a testament to how delicious and fulfilling healthy eating can be. This recipe is ideal for meal prepping and is sure to impress your family and friends.
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Recipe Time & More
Prep8 hours
Cook20 minutes
Total8 hours 20 minutes
Ingredients
For the Chickpeas
- 1 cup Chickpeas drained and rinsed, dried, or 1 (15-ounce) can
- 1/2 tsp Baking Soda helps soften chickpeas during soaking and cooking
- Salt Salt to taste
For the Salad
- 1 large Onion finely chopped
- 1 medium Tomato diced
- 2 Chili finely minced, green, or to taste
- 1 medium Cucumber deseeded and finely chopped
- 1 medium Potato boiled and diced
- 1.5 tbsp Coriander (cilantro), finely chopped
- 1.5 tbsp Chaat Masala
- 1.5 tsp Salt or to taste
- 3 tbsp Lemon Juice
- 1/2 cup Cheese amul, crumbled or cubed, optional
- 2 tbsp Oil for optional tempering
- 1/2 tsp Mustard Seeds for optional tempering
Instructions
Prepare the Chickpeas
- Soak dried chickpeas in water with 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda overnight. Drain and rinse thoroughly. Pressure cook or boil until very tender (about 45-60 minutes). Allow to cool completely.
Make the Salad
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked chickpeas, chopped onion, tomato, green chilies, diced potato, and cucumber. Stir in the chopped coriander leaves, chaat masala, salt, and lemon juice. Mix well to combine.
Optional Tempering (Tadka)
- Heat oil in a small pan over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and allow to splutter. Pour the tempering over the salad and mix gently.
Serve
- If using, add crumbled Amul cheese just before serving. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips for the Best Chana Chaat
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of cumin powder or garam masala to the salad.
- Adjust the amount of green chilies according to your spice preference. For a milder salad, use fewer chilies or remove the seeds.
- If you don't have Amul cheese, you can substitute it with another type of Indian cheese like paneer, or omit it entirely.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like finely chopped bell peppers or carrots to customize the salad further.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 41kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gSodium: 1710mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
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Thanks for the inspiration! Looks tasty.
Looks so delicious! Thanks for the recipe.
I’m loving this recipe already!