Quinoa with Avocado Chaat - By Chef Chandra Prakash

Quinoa with Avocado Chaat is one of my special recipes that not only promotes a healthier lifestyle but also adds gastronomic pleasure along the way.

This refreshing and delicious quinoa salad resembles Indian street food, made simply with fresh cucumber, red onion, tomato, basil, and a tamarind dressing.

Ingredients:

1. Quinoa

2. Avocado

3. Cucumber

4. Onion

5. Basil

6. Tomato

7. Green Chilli

8. Fresh Coriander

9. Tamarind Sauce

10. Mint Sauce

11. Chaat Masala

12. Himalayan Salt (Black Salt)

For a tutorial on making the chaat, you can watch the attached video.

From the finest kitchens of India, I bring the incredible experience and homemade flavors of Indian street food. With its aromatic spices and tangy sauces, chaat describes an entire category of Indian street foods offering exotic flavors and textures inspired by various regions of India. Raw vegetables like onions, tomatoes, cucumbers, basil, and boiled potatoes are key ingredients in traditional chaat, adding texture and freshness to the dish.

Achieving and sustaining a healthy lifestyle is not a momentary goal but a continuous state of mind. It's important to consume a nutritious diet based on a variety of foods, mainly from plants, rather than animals. This includes consuming a variety of vegetables and fruits daily, controlling fat intake, limiting sugar intake, and practicing mindfulness of portion sizes.

Quinoa, pronounced as Keen-Wah, is a pseudo-cereal rich in protein, making it an ideal source for vegetarians. It's also gluten-free and high in fiber, promoting digestive health. Quinoa's complex carbohydrates help keep you fuller for longer periods, making it a great replacement for rice.

Incorporating nutritious ingredients like quinoa and fresh vegetables into your diet can contribute to a healthier lifestyle, promoting overall well-being and vitality.