Simple and Healthy Makhana Chaat Recipe

Makhana, also known as fox nuts or lotus seeds, is a nutritious and versatile ingredient packed with health benefits. This healthy Makhana chaat recipe combines the goodness of Makhana with a variety of spices and fresh vegetables to create a flavorful and satisfying snack that’s not only delicious but also nourishing.

Ingredients:

• 2 teaspoons ghee
• Salt to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper powder
• 2 cups roasted Makhana
• Chopped cucumber, onion, and tomato
• 1/2 teaspoon chaat masala
• Lemon juice
• Fresh coriander leaves

Instructions:

1. In a pan, heat 2 teaspoons of ghee over low flame.
2. Add salt to taste, 1/4 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon of red chili powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper powder to the ghee. Stir well to combine the spices.
3. Add 2 cups of roasted Makhana to the pan. Toss the Makhana in the spices for about 2 minutes, ensuring that they are evenly coated.
4. Once the spices are well coated, remove the pan from heat and let the Makhana mixture cool down to room temperature.
5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the spiced Makhana with chopped cucumber, onion, and tomato.
6. Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon of chaat masala over the mixture.
7. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the chaat according to taste preference.
8. Garnish the Makhana chaat with fresh coriander leaves and toss everything together until well combined.
9. Serve the healthy Makhana chaat immediately as a nutritious snack or appetizer.

One serving of Makhana chaat approximately contains:

• Calories: 120kcal
• Protein: 3g
• Carbohydrates: 13g
• Fat: 6g

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