“Tide me over!” Indian Chaat (Simple Veggie Salad)

May 25, 2023May 25, 20230 14

Indian Chaat- A Simple Veggie Salad for a Quick Snack or Appetizer

“Tide me over!” Indian Chaat (Simple Veggie Salad)

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1/3 cup peeled and sliced/chopped cucumber
	1/3 cup boiled diced potato ( You can use leftover boiled potatoes )
	1/3 cup chopped tomato
	2 -4 tablespoons chilled plain yogurt ( You can use low/non-fat varieties )
	1/8 teaspoon chat masala ( use it for authenticity ; available in Indian stores ) ( optional )
	paprika
	salt

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Indian Chaat is a popular street food in India, typically found at outdoor markets and food stalls. It is a light and refreshing salad that can be enjoyed as a quick snack or as an appetizer before a meal. The salad is made with simple and affordable ingredients that are readily available in most supermarkets. It is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables and potatoes from a previous meal. The flavor of the chat masala seasoning adds a unique and authentic taste to the salad, which makes it stand out from regular vegetable salads.

Instructions

1.	In a large bowl, combine the chopped cucumber, boiled diced potato, and chopped tomato.
2.	Add chilled plain yogurt and stir well to coat the vegetables.
3.	Sprinkle the chat masala, paprika, and salt over the salad.
4.	Mix everything together until the spices are evenly distributed.
5.	Serve immediately and enjoy!

PROS

Indian Chaat is a quick and easy recipe, perfect for a healthy snack or as an appetizer.

This vegan salad is low in calories and fat, making it a great option for weight watchers.

It is also gluten-free, dairy-free, and nut-free, which makes it suitable for people with food allergies.

CONS

Some people may find the chat masala seasoning to be too hot or spicy for their liking.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Indian Chaat is packed with nutrients and is an excellent source of vitamins A, C, and K.
The cucumbers and tomatoes are rich in antioxidants and promote healthy digestion, while potatoes provide a good source of dietary fiber.
Yogurt is also a good source of protein and promotes bone health, while the chat masala seasoning contains a mix of healthy spices that may have anti-inflammatory properties.