Peanut Chaat is a healthy, protein-rich snack made with boiled or roasted peanuts. First, cook the peanuts and finely chop onions, tomatoes, cucumber, green chilies, and coriander. Mix the peanuts with the chopped veggies, chaat masala, roasted cumin powder, salt, and black salt. Squeeze fresh lemon juice to add tanginess and bring all flavors together. Toss everything gently and garnish with coriander leaves and optional pomegranate seeds. Serve immediately to enjoy a crunchy, spicy, and refreshing chaat perfect for snacking.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup raw peanuts

• 1 small onion (finely chopped)

• 1 small tomato (finely chopped)

• 1 small cucumber (finely chopped)

• 1-2 green chilies (finely chopped, adjust to taste)

• 2 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves (finely chopped)

• 1 teaspoon chaat masala

• ½ teaspoon roasted cumin powder

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (or more as per taste)

• Salt to taste

• Black salt (optional, for extra flavor)

• Pomegranate seeds (optional, for garnish)

Step-by-Step Instructions:

Step 1: Boil or Roast the Peanuts

• You can boil the peanuts or dry roast them, depending on your preference:

  • To Boil: Bring water to a boil, add peanuts and cook for 4–5 minutes until they are soft but not mushy. Drain and let them cool.

  • To Roast: Dry roast peanuts in a pan on medium heat for 5–7 minutes, stirring often until they become golden and aromatic. Remove skins once cool.

Step 2: Prepare the Vegetables

• Finely chop the onions, tomatoes, cucumber, and green chilies.

• Also, finely chop the fresh coriander leaves.

• Keep everything ready before assembling the chaat.

Step 3: Assemble the Chaat

• In a large mixing bowl, add the boiled or roasted peanuts.

• Add chopped onions, tomatoes, cucumber, and green chilies.

• Sprinkle salt, black salt (if using), chaat masala, and roasted cumin powder.

Step 4: Add Lemon Juice

• Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the mixture.

• Lemon not only adds tanginess but also helps blend all the flavors together beautifully.

Step 5: Toss Everything Well

• Gently mix everything using a spoon so that the peanuts get coated with the spices and veggies.

• Taste and adjust seasoning if needed — you can add more lemon juice, salt, or spice.

Step 6: Garnish and Serve

• Garnish the peanut chaat with fresh coriander leaves.

• For a colorful twist, sprinkle a few pomegranate seeds on top.

• Serve immediately to enjoy the crunch and freshness

 Tips for Best Results:

• Freshness is key  serve the chaat immediately after mixing, or else the peanuts and veggies can release water and become soggy.

• Customize it by adding grated carrots, boiled sweet corn, or even sprouts for extra nutrition.

• Spice level can be adjusted based on personal taste by adding more or fewer green chilies.

• Make ahead: You can roast or boil peanuts ahead of time and store them in an airtight container for 2–3 days.

 Why You’ll Love This Peanut Chaat:

• High in protein and fiber

• Quick to prepare (under 15 minutes)

• Refreshing, spicy, tangy, and crunchy

• Perfect for tea-time snack, party appetizer, or even a healthy breakfast.