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Sprouted Moong Chaat

Photo: Moong Chaat by Anamika Vajpai, CC BY-SA 4.0.

Sprouted Moong Chaat

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A fresh, tangy Indian snack of sprouted mung beans, cucumber, tomato, lime, and roasted cumin.

vegangluten-freehigh-proteinhigh-fiber

Ingredients

  • 400 g mung bean sprouts
  • 1 medium cucumber, diced
  • 2 medium tomatoes, diced
  • 0.5 medium red onion, finely chopped
  • 3 tbsp cilantro, chopped
  • 2 tbsp lemon or lime juice
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  • 1 tsp roasted cumin powder
  • 1 tsp chaat masala
  • 1 whole green chilli, finely chopped
  • salt to taste

Nutrition

Calories
150
Protein
11g
Carbs
27g
Fat
1g
Fiber
8g

Micronutrients per serving

Approximate food-composition estimates. Percent Daily Values use standard adult references, not individualized targets. Values vary with ingredients and preparation; this information is not medical advice.

Calcium
58 mg (4% DV)
Iron
2.2 mg (12% DV)
Magnesium
67 mg (16% DV)
Potassium
560 mg (12% DV)
Vitamin C
27 mg (30% DV)
Vitamin D
0 mcg (0% DV)
Folate
130 mcg (33% DV)

Source and estimate basis: Approximate per-serving estimates from generic cooked mung sprouts and raw vegetables; sprouting time, produce size, and seasoning blends vary.

Method

  1. 1

    For food safety, steam or boil the mung sprouts for 5 minutes, then drain and cool. Keep them warm instead if serving as a warm chaat.

  2. 2

    Combine sprouts, cucumber, tomatoes, onion, cilantro, and chilli in a bowl.

  3. 3

    Add lemon juice, cumin powder, chaat masala, and salt. Toss well and taste for seasoning.

  4. 4

    Serve promptly as a snack or light meal.