Tuesday 24 March 2015

Chickpea salad


Chickpeas are good source of protein, besides being rich in both soluble and insoluble dietary fibre. This keeps you full for a longer period and controls your appetite. Hence, it is highly recommended for diabetics and weight watchers.

Ingredients:
Chickpeas -1cup
Dates chutney -1/4cup
Chilli flakes -2tsp
Chopped onion -5tblsps
Chopped capsicum -3tblsps
Grated carrot -2tsps
Grated cucumber -1tsp
Chopped coriander -1tsp
Salt -as required

Method;
Soak the chickpeas in water for 8 hours or overnight. Add 2cups of water and cook in a pressure cooker till soft. Remove from cooker and add salt. Set aside for few minutes for the salt to seep in. Drain the water and combine with the rest of the ingredients. Serve along toasted bread roll.

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