Dairy-Free Chana Chaat
Bursting with bold flavors and vibrant textures, Dairy-Free Chana Chaat is the perfect plant-based snack or appetizer that's both healthy and irresistibly delicious. This quick and easy recipe features protein-packed chickpeas tossed with fresh veggies, fragrant spices like chaat masala and ground cumin, and tangy tamarind paste, creating a medley of savory, tangy, and mildly spicy flavors. Topped with crunchy sev and juicy pomegranate seeds, this dairy-free chaat offers a satisfying crunch and a hint of sweetness in every bite. Ready in just 20 minutes, it's ideal for weeknight snacking, potlucks, or as a flavorful addition to your vegetarian spread. Try this gluten-free and vegan-friendly delight, and make your taste buds dance with every spoonful!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups canned chickpeas
- 1 medium, finely chopped red onion
- 1 medium, finely chopped tomato
- 1 finely chopped green chili
- 0.25 cup, chopped fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon chaat masala
- 0.5 teaspoon black salt (kala namak)
- 0.5 teaspoon or to taste regular salt
- 2 tablespoons tamarind paste
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 cup sev (crunchy chickpea noodles)
- 0.5 cup pomegranate seeds
Directions
Step 1
Rinse and drain the canned chickpeas thoroughly and set aside.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, finely chopped red onion, tomato, and green chili.
Step 3
Add the chopped fresh cilantro leaves to the bowl.
Step 4
In a small bowl, mix together the ground cumin, ground coriander, red chili powder, chaat masala, black salt, and regular salt.
Step 5
Sprinkle the spice mixture over the chickpea mixture and toss well to combine everything evenly.
Step 6
Add the tamarind paste, and lemon juice to the chickpea mixture, and stir well to coat the chickpeas thoroughly with the flavors.
Step 7
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding a little more salt or lemon juice as desired.
Step 8
Transfer the chana chaat to a serving dish.
Step 9
Top with sev and pomegranate seeds for a burst of crunch and sweetness.
Step 10
Serve immediately for the best taste and texture.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1045.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1094.4 |
| Total Fat 33.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5483.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 175.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 34.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 59.2g | |
| Protein 36.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 350.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2097.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories