CHATPATA SALAD

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So you are low on time?? ...Also you wanna have a healthy snack cum starter...??Diet conscious??Answer is CHATPATA SALAD :-)Anytime,anywhere..just a few veggies needed!Had prepared this when we went on a trip with my sister's family.





Ingredients:

  • Cucumber -1
  • Onion -1
  • Tomato-2
  • Chillies -1 or 2
  • Lemon-1
  • Carrot -1
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • coriander leaves - 1-2 strands
  • Garam masala(optional)-1/4 tsp
  • Chilly powder(optional)-1/4 tsp

 How to make:

  • Slice Cucumber,Onion and Tomato and arrange it in a plate as shown in the picture above.
  • Add shredded carrot on top of other veggies.
  • Cut chillies and coriander and garnish on to it.
  • Add salt/pepper/Garam masala/chilly powder to taste.
  • Sprinkle lemon juice on to it .(Plus 1-2 lemon pieces can be added as decoration)
  • Makes a yummy healthy eat!

 Preparation time :10-15 minutes

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