High-Protein Black Chickpea/Kala Channa Salad Recipe (2 Servings)

Looking for a quick, high-protein meal that’s full of flavor and nourishment?

This High-Protein Black Chickpea Salad blends boiled black chickpeas, crisp vegetables, roasted nuts, and creamy yogurt for a satisfying, nutrient-dense dish. It’s ideal for lunch, dinner, or even a wholesome post-workout meal.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup boiled black chickpeas (Bengal gram)
  • ½ cup plain yogurt (curd)
  • 1 small broccoli, cut into florets
  • 1 small beetroot, thinly sliced
  • ½ small cucumber, chopped
  • 1 small kumara (sweet potato), diced
  • 30 g mixed nuts (cashews, peanuts, or any of your choice)
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp paprika or red chilli powder
  • ½ tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1½ tsp coriander powder
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds
  • ½ lemon, juiced (Optional)
  • A pinch of black pepper
  • 1 tsp desi ghee or olive oil

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Sauté broccoli and nuts
    Heat ghee or olive oil in a non-stick pan. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter. Toss in broccoli and nuts; sauté for 2–3 minutes until lightly golden.
  1. Add vegetables and chickpeas
    Add diced kumara, beetroot, and boiled black chickpeas. Stir well and cook for 1–2 minutes on medium heat.
  1. Season and cook
    Add turmeric, coriander powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix so all ingredients are coated evenly.
  1. Add lemon, Yogurt, Cucumber,Sprinkle Sesame Seed and Finely Diced Nuts(Optional for Extra Flavour)
    Squeeze lemon juice over the mixture, cook for another minute and top it up with Yogurt, Cucumber, Sesame seeds and Finely Sliced nuts of your choice.

Storage Tip

Store the cooked mixture (without yogurt) in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Add yogurt only before serving to keep it fresh and crunchy.

Nutrition Information (per serving – approx.)

NutrientAmount
Calories~320 kcal
Protein~17 g
Carbohydrates~34 g
Fibre~9 g
Healthy Fats~12 g
Vitamin CHigh (from broccoli & lemon)
Iron / MagnesiumModerate (from chickpeas & nuts)

Who Can Enjoy This Recipe

Diabetic-friendly: Low-GI ingredients like chickpeas, broccoli, and kumara help regulate blood sugar.
Weight management: High protein and fibre keep you fuller for longer.
Fitness enthusiasts: Great post-workout recovery meal.
 Vegetarian & Gluten-free: 100 % vegetarian, gluten-free, and nutrient-dense.
 Heart-healthy: Contains good fats from nuts and olive oil.

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