7 SUMMER FOOD Ideas | Indian Recipes (light & healthy), Summer Salads, Summer Drinks

peanuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: roasted chickpeas

Sunflower seeds provide healthy fats and protein.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

pomegranate seeds

🥗Healthier: diced apples

💰Cheaper: raisins

Diced apples add sweetness and crunch.

bell peppers

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Zucchini is lower in calories and adds fiber.

Chop cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers into small pieces.

Grate carrots and add to the chopped vegetables.

Finely chop cilantro and mint leaves, then mix into the salad.

Add lemon juice, chaat masala, salt, and pepper to the mixture.

Finely chop green chilies and add for heat, adjusting to taste.

Toss all ingredients together until evenly coated.

If using, add diced avocado gently to avoid mashing.

Sprinkle peanuts and pomegranate seeds on top before serving.

Serve chilled or at room temperature for best flavor.

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