Chana Chaat
Chana Chaat is a chickpea-based Indian street food that layers spicy, tangy, and fresh flavors in one bowl. Chopped vegetables, lemon juice, and a blend of aromatic spices — including chaat masala — do most of the work, with no cooking required beyond what the chickpeas need. It comes together in well under 30 minutes and works as a snack, appetizer, or light meal.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Spoon
Ingredients
- 2 cups canned chickpeas drained and rinsed
- 1 cup tomato finely chopped
- 1 cup cucumber finely chopped
- ¼ cup red onion finely chopped
- 1 piece green chili finely chopped, to taste
- ½ teaspoon chaat masala store-bought
- ½ teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
- ½ teaspoon salt to taste
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
- ¼ cup sev optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Drain and rinse the chickpeas thoroughly and add them to a large mixing bowl.
- Add the finely chopped tomato, cucumber, red onion, and green chili to the bowl.
- Sprinkle the chaat masala, cumin powder, and salt over the mixture.
- Drizzle with freshly squeezed lemon juice.
- Toss all ingredients together gently to ensure an even mix.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, adding more lemon juice or spices if desired.
- Sprinkle chopped cilantro over the top as a garnish.
- For an extra crunch, top with a handful of sev right before serving.
- Serve in individual bowls and enjoy as a fresh, zesty snack.
Notes
- For a less spicy version, omit the green chili.
- You can substitute chaat masala with a mixture of black salt and roasted cumin powder.
Nutrition
Calories: 135kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 7gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 803mgPotassium: 568mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 4802IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 92mgIron: 4mg
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