Singhara Chaat

🥗 Healthy Singhara Chaat (Falahari/Vrat Special)

✅ Ingredients:

• 1 cup fresh Singhara (water chestnuts) – peeled and chopped
  (or you can use boiled singhara if raw is not available)
• 1 boiled potato – cubed (optional)
• ½ cucumber – peeled and finely chopped
• 1 small tomato – deseeded and chopped (optional if allowed during vrat)
• 1 small green chili – finely chopped (optional)
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp roasted peanuts – crushed (optional crunch)
• 1 tsp sendha namak (rock salt)
• ¼ tsp black pepper powder
• 1 tbsp pomegranate seeds (optional but adds color and sweetness)
• Few mint or coriander leaves – chopped (if allowed)

🥣 Instructions:

1. Prep the Singhara:
   • If using raw singhara, peel and chop into small cubes.
   • If using boiled ones, boil for 5–7 minutes, then cool and chop.
2. Mix the Chaat:
   • In a bowl, combine singhara, cucumber, tomato (if using), and boiled potato.
   • Add crushed peanuts, green chili, and pomegranate seeds.
3. Season & Toss:
   • Sprinkle sendha namak, black pepper, and lemon juice.
   • Toss everything well.
4. Garnish:
   • Add chopped mint or coriander leaves for freshness.
5. Serve Immediately:
   • Best enjoyed fresh as a light meal or evening snack during Navratri.

🌟 Why It’s Healthy:

• Singhara is low in calories and high in fiber.
• Hydrating and cooling for the body.
• Great balance of carbs (potato), protein (peanuts), and micronutrients.