Mysore Chana Salad

Mysore Chana Salad is an authentic Indian salad originating from Mysore in India. It is made with boiled chickpeas, onions, tomatoes, and a blend of spices, dressed with a zesty tamarind chutney. This refreshing salad is perfect for hot summer days and can be customized to suit individual tastes.

🛒 Ingredients

• 1 can Chickpeas
• 1 large Onions
• 2 medium Tomatoes
• 1/4 cup Mint leaves
• 1/4 cup Cilantro
• 2 tbsp Lime juice
• 1 tbsp Tamarind paste
• 1 tbsp Ginger paste
• 1 tbsp Garlic paste
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Sugar
• 1 tsp Cumin powder
• 1 tsp Coriander powder

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1: Drain the chickpeas and rinse them under cold water. Boil them in a pot of water until they are tender, then set them aside to cool.

2. 2

   Step 2: Chop the onions, tomatoes, mint leaves, and cilantro.

3. 3

   Step 3: In a blender, combine the lime juice, tamarind paste, ginger paste, garlic paste, salt, sugar, cumin powder, and coriander powder.

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   Step 4: Blend the mixture until it is smooth and well combined.

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   Step 5: In a large bowl, combine the cooled chickpeas, chopped onions, tomatoes, mint leaves, and cilantro.

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   Step 6: Pour the blended dressing over the chickpea mixture and toss everything together until the salad is well coated.

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   Step 7: Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.

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   Step 8: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

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   Step 9: Serve the salad chilled, garnished with additional mint leaves and cilantro if desired.

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    Step 10: Enjoy!

💡 Pro Tips

To make this salad more substantial, you can add some cooked brown rice or quinoa. If you prefer a creamier dressing, you can add some yogurt or mayonnaise. Make sure to adjust the amount of spices according to your taste.

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