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Nutty Indian Bhel Puri Salad with Tamarind Chutney

Name: Nutty Indian Bhel Puri Salad with Tamarind Chutney
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Salad
Ingredients: Puffed Rice, 2 cups; Roasted Peanuts, 1/2 cup; Sev (Crunchy Chickpea Noodles), 1/2 cup; Fresh Cilantro, 1/4 cup, chopped; Onion, 1 medium, finely chopped; Tomato, 1 medium, finely diced; Cucumber, 1 small, diced; Green Chili, 1, finely chopped; Tamarind Paste, 1/2 cup; Jaggery or Sugar, 2 tablespoons; Red Chili Powder, 1/2 teaspoon; Cumin Powder, 1/2 teaspoon; Pomegranate Seeds, 2 tablespoons; Fresh Lime Juice, 1 tablespoon

Experience the vibrant flavors of an Indian street food classic, made with a medley of puffed rice, veggies, nuts, and a tangy tamarind chutney.

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·By Ethan Brooks·August 22, 2025

Nutty Indian Bhel Puri Salad with Tamarind Chutney — Salad served and photographed from above

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Difficulty

Easy

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Salad Base

For the Vegetables

For the Tamarind Chutney

For the Garnish

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 306 kcal
Protein: 8.5 g
Carbs: 47 g
Fat: 13.75 g
Fiber: 5.25 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1225 kcal
Protein: 34 g
Carbs: 188 g
Fat: 55 g
Fiber: 21 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Puffed Rice 2 cups	150	3	34	0	0
Roasted Peanuts 1/2 cup	410	17	12	35	6
Sev (Crunchy Chickpea Noodles) 1/2 cup	300	8	25	20	5
Fresh Cilantro 1/4 cup, chopped	1	0	0	0	0
Onion 1 medium, finely chopped	44	1	10	0	2
Tomato 1 medium, finely diced	22	1	5	0	1
Cucumber 1 small, diced	16	1	4	0	1
Green Chili 1, finely chopped	6	0	1	0	0
Tamarind Paste 1/2 cup	120	3	28	0	3
Jaggery or Sugar 2 tablespoons	120	0	30	0	0
Red Chili Powder 1/2 teaspoon	8	0	2	0	1
Cumin Powder 1/2 teaspoon	4	0	1	0	1
Pomegranate Seeds 2 tablespoons	20	0	5	0	1
Fresh Lime Juice 1 tablespoon	4	0	1	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Assembling the Salad

1
Add Base Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, add puffed rice, roasted peanuts, sev, and cilantro.
2
Add Vegetables
Add the chopped onions, tomatoes, cucumber, and green chili. Mix gently to combine.

Preparing the Tamarind Chutney

1
Combine Tamarind and Jaggery
In a small saucepan, combine tamarind paste and jaggery.
2
Season and Cook
Add red chili powder and cumin powder. Stir over medium heat until the jaggery dissolves.
3
Cool Chutney
Let the chutney cool to room temperature.
Tip: Ensure the chutney is completely cooled before adding it to the salad to prevent the puffed rice from becoming soggy.

How to Make Nutty Indian Bhel Puri Salad with Tamarind Chutney

Total time: 40 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Mixing the Salad
Combine the salad ingredients with the cooled chutney in the mixing bowl just before serving.
2
Tossing for Flavor
Gently toss the salad to ensure all components are well coated in the chutney.
3
Garnishing Touch
Top with pomegranate seeds and drizzle with fresh lime juice.