Description
A refreshing and healthy Sprouted Moong Salad combining crunchy sprouted moong beans with fresh vegetables, tangy lemon juice, and aromatic chaat masala. Perfect as a light snack or side dish that is easy to prepare and packed with nutrition.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 1 cup sprouted moong beans
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tbsp)
- ½ tsp chaat masala
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse Sprouted Moong Beans: Rinse sprouted moong beans under cold water thoroughly to clean and remove any impurities, then drain well to avoid excess moisture in the salad.
- Combine Vegetables: In a large mixing bowl, add the diced cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion ensuring all are evenly chopped for a balanced texture.
- Add Herbs and Spices: Sprinkle the chopped fresh cilantro and chaat masala into the bowl with the vegetables to infuse the salad with fresh and tangy Indian flavors.
- Add Lemon Juice: Squeeze the juice of one lemon over the salad mixture to brighten flavors and add a refreshing citrus note.
- Toss Salad: Gently toss all ingredients together using spoons or salad tongs to mix thoroughly without bruising the vegetables. Season with salt and freshly ground pepper to your taste.
- Serve or Chill: Serve the salad immediately for a crisp texture or refrigerate for 15 minutes to let the flavors meld and intensify before serving.
Notes
- This salad is best served fresh but can be kept refrigerated for up to 1 day.
- Sprouted moong beans can be substituted with other sprouted lentils if desired.
- Adjust chaat masala and lemon juice quantities to suit your taste preference.
- Adding finely chopped green chili can give an extra spicy kick.
- Ensure the sprouted moong beans are fresh and thoroughly rinsed to maintain a crisp texture.
