Nut-Free Classic Indian Chaat

Dive into the vibrant and tangy world of Indian street food with this Nut-Free Classic Indian Chaat recipe—perfect for anyone seeking a quick and zesty snack that’s allergen-friendly. This recipe combines tender boiled potatoes, protein-packed chickpeas, and juicy cherry tomatoes with bold flavors like tamarind chutney, mint chutney, and a sprinkle of chaat masala. The dish comes alive with fresh garnishes of crispy sev, sweet pomegranate seeds, and fragrant cilantro, creating a medley of textures and tastes in every bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, this nut-free version of a street-food favorite is ideal for gatherings or a flavorful appetizer. Whether you're new to Indian cuisine or a chaat enthusiast, this recipe will transport your taste buds straight to the streets of Mumbai.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pcs small potatoes
• 1 cup chickpeas (canned, drained and rinsed)
• 10 pcs cherry tomatoes
• 1 small red onion
• 2 pcs green chilies
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
• 0.25 cup tamarind chutney
• 0.25 cup mint chutney
• 0.5 cup yogurt
• 1 teaspoon chaat masala
• 0.5 teaspoon cumin powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup sev (crispy chickpea noodle snacks)
• 0.5 cup pomegranate seeds
• 1 pcs lemon

Directions

Step 1

Peel and dice the small potatoes into 1-inch cubes.

Step 2

Boil the potato cubes in salted water until they are fork-tender, about 10-12 minutes.

Step 3

Drain the potatoes and let them cool to room temperature.

Step 4

Quarter the cherry tomatoes and finely chop the red onion, green chilies, and cilantro.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the boiled potatoes, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and green chilies.

Step 6

Add the tamarind chutney, mint chutney, and yogurt to the bowl, and stir to coat all the ingredients evenly.

Step 7

Sprinkle the chaat masala, cumin powder, and salt over the mixture, then toss gently to blend the flavors together.

Step 8

Squeeze the juice of one lemon over the chaat and mix again.

Step 9

Transfer the mixture to individual serving plates or a large serving platter.

Step 10

Top each serving with a generous amount of sev, pomegranate seeds, and freshly chopped cilantro as garnish.

Step 11

Serve immediately to enjoy the mixture of crunch, spice, and tang typical of classic Indian chaat.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1688.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1718.7

Total Fat 43.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 7.3mg	0%
Sodium 3281.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 288.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 44.1g	0%
Total Sugars 75.6g
Protein 51.5g	0%

Vitamin D 58.8IU	0%
Calcium 646.1mg	0%
Iron 16.8mg	0%
Potassium 5641.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.5%

Protein: 11.7%

Carbs: 65.8%