Vegetable Salad

This vibrant Vegetable Salad is a delightful mix of fresh Indian vegetables, tossed in a zesty lemon dressing, making it a perfect accompaniment for a healthy dinner. Packed with nutrients and flavors, it offers a refreshing twist to your meal.

Ingredients

• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, grated
• Red onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Bell pepper (any color) - 1 medium, diced
• Fresh coriander leaves - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Chaat masala - 1 teaspoon (optional)

Steps

1. Wash and prepare all the vegetables: dice the cucumber, tomato, and bell pepper, grate the carrot, and finely chop the red onion.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced cucumber, tomato, grated carrot, chopped red onion, and bell pepper.
3. Add the chopped fresh coriander leaves to the bowl.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and chaat masala (if using).
5. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients evenly.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 6 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• Low in calories, making it a great option for weight management.

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