Vegan Classic Indian Chaat
Indulge your taste buds with this vibrant and tangy Vegan Classic Indian Chaat, a beloved street food dish that's a perfect fusion of bold flavors and irresistible textures. This plant-based recipe is a medley of tender boiled potatoes, hearty chickpeas, and crisp red onions, tossed with fresh tomatoes, cilantro, and green chilies. Its zesty flavor comes alive with a drizzle of sweet tamarind chutney, refreshing mint chutney, and signature spices like chaat masala and cumin. Crowned with a crunchy layer of sev and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, this quick 20-minute recipe is a gluten-free, crowd-pleasing delight that can be served as a snack, appetizer, or light meal. Perfect for entertaining or a cozy night in, this Indian chaat is a wholesome, flavorful experience you won't forget!
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Ingredients
- 2 medium-sized potatoes
- 1 cup chickpeas
- 1 small red onion
- 1 medium-sized tomato
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
- 2 small green chilies
- 0.25 cup tamarind chutney
- 0.25 cup mint chutney
- 0.5 cup sev (crispy chickpea flour noodles)
- 1 medium-sized lemon
- 1 teaspoon chaat masala
- 0.5 teaspoon cumin powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
Boil the potatoes in a pot of water until fully cooked, about 10-15 minutes. Once done, drain and let them cool. Peel and dice them into small cubes.
Step 2
Rinse and drain the canned chickpeas, if using, or if using dried chickpeas, soak them overnight and cook them until tender.
Step 3
Finely chop the red onion, tomato, fresh cilantro, and green chilies. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
Step 4
In the mixing bowl, add the cooked chickpeas and diced potatoes. Toss everything gently to mix.
Step 5
Add the tamarind chutney and mint chutney to the bowl, and mix well to coat all ingredients.
Step 6
Sprinkle the chaat masala, cumin powder, and salt over the mixture. Squeeze the juice of one lemon over the bowl, and toss everything together until well combined.
Step 7
Transfer the mixture to a serving platter or individual bowls.
Step 8
Top generously with sev for a crunchy texture.
Step 9
Garnish with more fresh cilantro if desired and serve immediately to enjoy the crunch and fresh flavors.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1137.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1450.9 |
| Total Fat 38.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3572.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 245.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 38.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 58.4g | |
| Protein 43.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 347.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3940.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories