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If you’re craving something crunchy, tangy, spicy, and satisfying, this Dahi Papdi Dense Bean Salad is it. Inspired by classic Indian chaat and packed with protein and fiber, it’s my go-to when I want something fun, flavorful, and filling!
After I shared my Pani Puri Dense Bean Salad on Instagram, I was blown away by the response. Y’all loved it! So I knew I had to follow it up with another chaat-style remix. This time I’m leaning into Dahi Papdi Chaat vibes, with a cooling spiced yogurt base, crunchy papdi, and all the toppings.
To up the protein, I swapped in Clover Sonoma Pasture Raised Organic Greek Nonfat Plain Yogurt. It’s thick, creamy, and has 22g of protein per serving! Paired with fiber-rich beans and chickpeas, this salad is not only delicious, but it’ll actually keep you full.
To meal prep this Dahi Papdi Dense Bean Salad, keep the yogurt and crunchy toppings separate until just before serving. The bean and veg mix hold up well in the fridge for 2–3 days.
If you love chaat but want something more filling, this Dahi Papdi Dense Bean Salad delivers. It’s nostalgic, nutrient-packed, and totally satisfying. And if you haven’t tried Clover Sonoma’s Greek yogurt yet, now’s the time! It’s become a staple in my kitchen for everything from chaas, lassis to smoothies!
Let me know if you make it! Tag me @milkandcardamom so I can see your version!
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Dahi Papdi Dense Bean Salad (High Protein + High Fiber Chaat-Inspired Recipe)
- Total Time: 15
- Yield: 2–3 servings 1x
Description
A high-protein, high-fiber twist on Indian chaat! This Dahi Papdi Dense Bean Salad is packed with creamy yogurt, chickpeas, veggies, and crunchy toppings.
Ingredients
- two (14 oz) cans chickpeas
- 1/2 cup tomatoes, diced
- 1 persian cucumber, chopped
- 1/4 cup onion, finely diced
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, roughly chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro, roughly chopped
- 2–3 tbsp jalapeno or serrano pepper, finely diced (or to taste)
- 1/3 cup puri/papdi. roughly crushed
Dahi dressing
- 3/4 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tbsp apple butter (or tamarind paste)
- 3/4 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black salt
- 1/4 tsp red chili powder, or to taste
- 1/4 tsp amchur (dried mango powder)
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1 tsp chaat masala
- 1 tsp honey or agave, or your choice of sweetener
Instructions
In a large bowl, add all the salad ingredients.
In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients. Taste and adjust the salt, sugar, and spice to your preference. Drizzle over the salad and toss until well combined.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 5
- Category: Salad
