Best Easy Sprout Chaat Recipe

Sprout Chaat is a vibrant Indian street food chaat bursting with tangy, spicy, and sweet flavors in every bite. This fun vegetarian snack is a family favorite that brings the excitement of Indian street food home.

Cook 20 min Difficulty EASY 190 kcal
#vegetarian #diabetic friendly #mediterranean
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • mixed sprouts (mung bean, chickpea) 2 cups
  • red onion, finely chopped 0.5 cup
  • tomato, finely chopped 0.5 cup
  • boiled potato, diced 0.5 cup
  • cucumber, chopped 0.5 cup
  • pomegranate seeds 0.25 cup
Seasonings/Sauce
  • green chili, finely chopped 1 piece
  • cilantro, chopped 0.25 cup
  • lemon juice 2 tbsp
  • chaat masala 1.5 tsp
  • black salt 0.5 tsp
  • roasted cumin powder 0.5 tsp
  • tamarind chutney 2 tbsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 32 g 67%
Protein 9 g 19%
Fat 3 g 14%
Serving size 180g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Rinse the mixed sprouts thoroughly and steam or boil them for 7–8 minutes until just tender but not mushy. Drain and cool completely.

  2. 2

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled sprouts, chopped onions, tomatoes, boiled potato, cucumber, and pomegranate seeds.

  3. 3

    Add the chopped green chili and cilantro, ensuring even distribution for balanced flavor and freshness.

  4. 4

    Sprinkle in chaat masala, black salt, and roasted cumin powder. Drizzle over lemon juice and tamarind chutney.

  5. 5

    Gently toss everything together, making sure the seasoning coats all ingredients. Serve immediately to retain the crisp and vibrant textures.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this Best Easy Sprout Chaat Recipe?
The core of this recipe is the mixed sprouts—commonly mung beans and chickpeas—which provide a satisfying crunchy texture, plant-based protein, and form the hearty base of the chaat. Their freshness is complemented by a medley of chopped vegetables, making the sprouts the defining ingredient.
Q. How should I cook or prepare the sprouts for best results?
Steam or boil the sprouts for about 7–8 minutes until they’re just tender. Avoid overcooking, as that can make the sprouts mushy. After cooking, be sure to drain and cool them before mixing with other ingredients for the perfect chaat texture.
Q. How can I keep the chaat crisp and prevent sogginess?
To preserve that fresh, crisp texture, assemble and toss the chaat just before serving. Mixing the veggies and seasonings with the sprouts at the last minute helps keep everything crunchy and prevents excess moisture from making the salad soggy.
Q. What are the nutrition highlights for one serving?
Each 180g serving provides about 190 kcal, with 32g carbohydrates (67% of total calories), 9g protein (19%), and 3g fat (14%). This makes the recipe a nutrient-dense snack that’s protein-rich, low in fat, and a good fit for vegetarian and diabetic-friendly diets.
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