Black chana , kondakkadalai in Tamil, is extremely beneficial for health with high fiber and lower glycemic index. It is an extremely versatile legume, and can be used in Indian dishes like kuzhambu, curries, salads, soups, sundal or even as a quick snack.
Mini sized black chickpea is available in stores (Not the regular sized kondakadalai/black channa). These are easy to bite especially in salads. Any vegetable like cucumber, raw mango, onion, tomato etc.can be used.
INGREDIENTS:
Mini sized black chickpea - 1 cup
Finely chopped carrot - 1/2 cup
Fresh grated coconut - 2 tablespoons
Grated ginger - 1/4 tsp.
Black pepper powder - a generous pinch
Lime juice - 2 tsp.
Salt - to taste
Extra virgin olive oil - 1 tsp
Finely chopped coriander leaves - 1 tsp.
METHOD:
Pressure cook mini chickpeas along with salt until soft. When done, drain water completely and transfer to a bowl. Add all other ingredients, mix well. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve.
looks delicious..healthy one!!
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