CHICKPEA SALAD (INDIAN)

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 If you are a person who likes a big bowl of protein for breakfast, then this is the place for you. Today I am sharing a healthy Indian chickpea salad recipe. Chickpeas are one of my favorite things to eat. I can even relish on boiled and salted chickpeas. Chickpea salad is the best vegan substitute for a considerable supply of protein and much-suited food for weight loss, as it is rich in iron, folic acid, and protein.

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PREPERATION TIME- 20 MINUTES COOKING TIME- 10 MINUTES TOTAL TIME- 30 MINUTES





INGREDIENTS

  • CHICKPEAS- 1 CUP
  • ONION- 1 SMALL
  • TOMATO- 1 SMALL
  • CUCUMBER- 1 SMALL
  • CHAAT MASALA- 1/4 SPOON
  • BLACK PEPPER- 1/2 SPOON
  • SALT- AS REQUIRED
  • LEMON JUICE- 1 TBSP
  • CURD- 1/2 CUP
  • MINT LEAVES
  • CORIANDER LEAVES 


    • METHOD

  • Wash and soak a bowl of chickpeas in water, let it stay for 7-8 hours.
  • After 8 hours, drain the water, and transfer them to a pressure cooker.
  • Add 3 cups of water and a tbsp. of salt to the chickpeas.
  • Light the flame and them them cook.
  • Turn the flame off after 3-4 whistles.
  • Drain away the excess water, and the chickpeas aside.
  • Dice off tomato, cucumber and onion.
  • Add tomato, cucumber, onion and chickpeas to a bowl and keep aside.
  • Make a mint dressing and add it to the salad bowl.
  • Toss it and enjoy.


    • MINT DRESSING 

  • Take 1/2 bowl of each mint leaves and coriander leaves.
  • Add them to the mixer jar along with low fat curd, salt, black pepper, chaat masala, a bit of water and lemon juice.
  • Grind them till a smooth paste is obtained.

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    NUTRIENT VALUES

     Calories- 125

    Carbs- 18.6 g

    Fat- 2.1 g

    Protein- 13.4 g


    WHY CHICKPEAS?

    Chickpeas are a package of affordability, versatility, and healthiness. They are packed with protein and thus are one of the best protein sources for vegetarians and vegans, which of course makes you feel full which helps with managing your weight. It also promotes muscle development and bone health. One more gripping fact about chickpeas is that they contain almost all the essential amino acids.

    Another thing that comes with chickpeas is their fiber content. It keeps you full for long and thus, assists you in getting over binge episodes.

    Chickpeas are a great source of carbohydrates. They are low on the glycemic index. Meaning that they help keep your blood sugar from spiking after eating.

    SO GO GRAB THAT BOWL OF CHICKPEAS!!!


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