Palak Chaat Salad

Palak Chaat Salad is a vibrant and nutritious Indian dish that combines crispy spinach, tangy yogurt, and a medley of spices for a refreshing treat. This healthy salad is perfect as a light meal or a flavorful appetizer.

Ingredients

• Fresh spinach leaves - 150 grams
• Chickpeas (cooked) - 100 grams
• Yogurt (plain) - 100 grams
• Chaat masala - 1 teaspoon
• Roasted cumin powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Green chilies (finely chopped) - 1 small
• Onion (finely chopped) - 1 small
• Tomato (finely chopped) - 1 small
• Fresh coriander leaves (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Sev (crispy chickpea noodles) - 30 grams
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Wash and dry the spinach leaves thoroughly, then shallow fry them in a pan with a little oil until crispy. Set aside to cool.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked chickpeas, chopped onion, tomato, green chilies, and fresh coriander.
3. Add the plain yogurt, lemon juice, chaat masala, roasted cumin powder, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix well to combine all the ingredients.
4. On a serving plate, layer the crispy spinach leaves, followed by the chickpea mixture on top.
5. Sprinkle sev over the top for added crunch. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 240
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 5 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in iron and vitamins from spinach, which supports overall health.
• High in fiber from chickpeas, aiding digestion and promoting satiety.

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