Chana chaat

Prep time: 15 mins
Cook: no cooking
Serves: 3

Nutrition

	Low phosphate
	Low potassium
	Low protein
	Low salt
17.4g	Carbohydrate
128.0Kcal	Energy
	Low fat
£0.00	Price Per Portion

	Low phosphate		Low protein
	Low potassium		Low salt
17.4g	Carbohydrate	128.0Kcal	Energy
	Low fat	£0.00	Price Per Portion

Nutrition values are calculated per serving
Kidney diet guidelines vary for each individual
Consult your dietitian or doctor for the specific diet that is right for you

Sumaya Masood and Nasaar Jabbar

Chana chaat is tangy, fresh and easy to make, with no cooking involved. This savoury version is kidney-friendly and has been designed for those who wish to eat something traditional during Ramadan.

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Ingredients

1 vine tomato, large

½ red onion

80g cucumber

240g chickpeas, tinned in water

1 teaspoon chana chaat masala

3 tablespoons lemon juice

To serve

2 tablespoons Greek yogurt

1 green chilli

Method

To prepare the vegetables, chop the tomato, onion and cucumber into small, similar-sized pieces and place in a bowl. Chop the chilli and set aside for later.

Drain the chickpeas and add to the tomato, onion and cucumber mixture. Stir.

Add the lemon juice and the chana chaat masala. Stir well to combine.

Divide the mixture between three dishes. Top with the yogurt and add chopped chilli to taste.

Food Facts

Carbohydrate

The yogurt, chickpeas, tomatoes and cucumber are all sources of carbohydrate in this dish. The total carbohydrate value has been provided for those who are trained in insulin adjustment.

Phosphate/potassium

Raw vegetables are high in potassium but if you follow the serving sizes specified, this dish is low in potassium overall. Each serving contains two portions of fruit and vegetables so please be mindful if you have more through the rest of the day. If you have been prescribed a phosphate binder, ensure you take them with this dish.

Protein

Chickpeas are a good source of protein, making this a high protein snack, which is ideal for those on dialysis.

Gluten free

This recipe is naturally gluten free.

Vegan

Use a dairy-free yogurt.

Healthier option

To reduce the fat content of this dish, you could serve it with a low-fat yogurt or without the yogurt.

Storage

The chana chaat can be stored in an airtight container and kept in the fridge for up to two days.