Vegan Bhel

Vegan Bhel is a delightful Indian street food that combines crispy puffed rice with a medley of fresh vegetables, tangy chutneys, and aromatic spices, creating a burst of flavors in every bite. It's a healthy and refreshing dish, perfect for a light lunch or snack.

Ingredients

• Puffed rice - 100 grams
• Chickpeas (cooked) - 100 grams
• Potato (boiled and diced) - 1 medium
• Tomato (chopped) - 1 medium
• Cucumber (chopped) - 1 small
• Red onion (finely chopped) - 1 small
• Green chilies (finely chopped) - 1 small
• Fresh coriander leaves (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Mint chutney - 2 tablespoons
• Tamarind chutney - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Chaat masala - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Roasted peanuts - 30 grams

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the puffed rice, cooked chickpeas, diced potato, chopped tomato, cucumber, red onion, and green chilies.
2. Add the mint chutney, tamarind chutney, and lemon juice to the mixture.
3. Sprinkle the chaat masala and salt over the top, then gently toss everything together until well combined.
4. Fold in the chopped coriander leaves and roasted peanuts just before serving to keep the puffed rice crispy.
5. Serve immediately in bowls, garnished with additional coriander or a drizzle of chutney if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 9 g
• Carbs: 46 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber from chickpeas and vegetables, promoting digestive health.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from fresh ingredients, supporting overall wellness.

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