Quinoa Chaat
Quinoa Chaat is a healthy and delicious snack made with cooked Quinoa and a variety of Indian spices. This recipe is vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it suitable for many dietary preferences. Quinoa is a nutrient-rich grain that is high in fiber, protein, and essential minerals. This chaat is perfect for a light snack or as an appetizer for a party. However, people with a nut allergy should avoid this dish.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
53 kcal
Protein
2 g
Carbs
9 g
Fat
1 g
Fiber
2 g
Ingredients
Quinoa
0.25 cup (50g)
Chopped Onion
0.5 small cup (50g)
Chopped Tomato
0.5 small cup (50g)
Chopped Cucumber
0.5 small cup (50g)
Fresh Coriander Leaves (chopped)
1 tbsp (5g)
Chaat Masala
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
lemon juice
1 tbsp (15g)
Common salt
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Instructions
Preparation
Boiling Quinoa:
In a pot, add water and bring it to a boil.
Add the washed quinoa and salt to the boiling water.
Cover the pot with a lid and let it cook on low heat for 15-20 minutes until the millet is cooked and the water is absorbed.
Turn off the heat and let it sit for 5 minutes before fluffing it with a fork.
Cooking Steps
In a large mixing bowl, add cooked quinoa, chopped onion, chopped tomato, chopped cucumber, and chopped fresh coriander.
Add chaat masala and salt to the mixing bowl. Mix well.
Add a squeeze of lemon juice to the mixing bowl. Mix well.
Serve the quinoa chaat immediately.