Chana Dal Chaat
Chana Dal Chaat is a delicious and healthy Indian snack that is packed with plant-based protein and fiber. This recipe is vegan, gluten-free, and suitable for many dietary preferences. It's a great option for weight management due to its low-calorie count, and it's also a good source of iron, making it an ideal dish for vegetarians and vegans. However, those with a legume allergy should avoid this dish.
Allergen Information: Contains Legume
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
111 kcal
Protein
6 g
Carbs
19 g
Fat
2 g
Fiber
5 g
Ingredients
Chana Dal (Raw)
1 small cup (100g)
Chopped Onion
0.5 small cup (50g)
Chopped Tomato
0.5 small cup (50g)
Chopped Cucumber
0.25 cup (50g)
Chopped Green Chilli
1 tsp (2g)
Chaat Masala
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Roasted Cumin powder
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
lemon juice
0.5 tbsp (7.5g)
Common salt
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Fresh Coriander Leaves (chopped)
1 tsp (5g)
Carrot
0.25 cup, chopped (50g)
Instructions
Preparation
1.Rinse the dal thoroughly and soak it in water for 1-2 hours.
2. Drain the soaked dal and rinse it again with fresh water.
3. In a pressure cooker, add the dal with water and a pinch of salt. Cook for 2-3 whistles on high heat.
4. Once the pressure has released naturally, open the cooker and let the moong dal cool down.
Cooking Steps
In a mixing bowl, add the cooked chana dal, chopped onions, tomatoes, cucumber, carrot and green chili.
Add chaat masala, roasted cumin powder, lemon juice, and salt. Mix well.
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve immediately.
Community Reviews & Results
Sonam Rathore
"Including this in my weekly meal plan, and this version of Chana Dal Chaat is so much better than restaurant style. Even my family couldn't tell this was a clean, diet-friendly dish! Will definitely keep this in my regular rotation."
Ramesh Menon
"Including this in my weekly meal plan, and the step-by-step instructions made cooking completely seamless. It kept me full for hours without causing any heaviness or acidity. Giving this five stars for ease of prep and fantastic taste!"
Monika Nair
"Prepped this during a busy workday, and Chana Dal Chaat fits my dietary needs perfectly without feeling like compromise food. The texture was amazingly soft, aromatic, and very satisfying. Will definitely keep this in my regular rotation."
Rishabh Das
"Prepped this during a busy workday, and it was light on digestion while being super quick to cook. The texture was amazingly soft, aromatic, and very satisfying. A must-try dish on your wellness journey."