Chana Chaat (zesty Chickpea Salad)

Name: Chana Chaat (zesty Chickpea Salad)
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Jain
Ingredients: 2 cups boiled chickpeas; 1 onion, finely chopped; 1 tomato, finely chopped; 1 cucumber, finely chopped; 1 green chili, finely chopped; 1/4 cup fresh coriander leaves, chopped; 1 teaspoon chaat masala; 1 teaspoon roasted cumin powder; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; Salt to taste

Chana Chaat is a popular Jain Cuisine dish that is perfect for a light and zesty meal. This refreshing chickpea salad is packed with flavors and textures that will leave you craving for more.

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Ingredients

2 cups boiled chickpeas
1 onion, finely chopped
1 tomato, finely chopped
1 cucumber, finely chopped
1 green chili, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh coriander leaves, chopped
1 teaspoon chaat masala
1 teaspoon roasted cumin powder
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Salt to taste

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, combine the boiled chickpeas, onion, tomato, cucumber, green chili, and coriander leaves.
Add the chaat masala, roasted cumin powder, lemon juice, and salt. Toss everything together until well combined.
Chill the chana chaat in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:: 15 minutes
Cooking time:: 0 minutes
Total time:: 15 minutes
Cooking method: No cooking required

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories: 250
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 10g
Fat: 5g

Supplies

Mixing bowl Serving plates

Tools

Knife Cutting board Lemon squeezer

Serving suggestions

Serve the Chana Chaat as a light meal or as a side dish with your favorite Indian meal.

Tips & tricks

For an extra burst of flavor, you can add a sprinkle of amchur (dried mango powder) to the chana chaat.