This Indian Chickpea Salad is a delicious salad with Indian flavours using fresh vegetables and fresh herbs. Prepare this simple salad as an appetizer, side dish or light lunch. This easy recipe can be prepared in less than 10 minutes! It’s vegan and gluten-free.
This Indian salad recipe with chickpeas is also known as Kabuli Chana Salad . Cooked chickpeas, fresh veggies like tomato and cucumber are tossed in a salad dressing made with Indian spices.
It is a favorite chickpea salad recipe of mine to enjoy alongside an Indian vegetable curry as it provides texture from the crunchy veggies. I am always on the lookout for salad recipes, and this simple salad fits the bill! It is an easy and delicious way to enjoy the humble chickpea.
If you have ready prepared cooked chickpeas or have a can of chickpeas, this bean salad can be ready in 10 minutes.
Other chickpea salad recipes that I love are this delightful chickpea salad with creamy avocado dressing , mango chickpea salad and this Summer Chickpea Salad .
Easy to make ahead in a few steps just like this Lentil Salad .
Ingredients for Indian Spiced Chickpea Salad
The beauty of this salad is that you can make it your own. I have given my recommendations with optional extras below.
Full measurements can be found in the recipe card below.
Chickpeas aka garbanzo beans or kabuli chana.
You need cooked chickpeas for this recipe. I mostly cook dried chickpeas in the Instant Pot pressure cooker or use canned chickpeas when I’m pressed for time. If using the Instant Pot Chickpeas method , ensure to keep the chickpeas just cooked rather than mushy.
As an alternative, use a different bean such as red kidney beans or white beans. You can also use dark chickpeas called Kala Chana.
Red onion – finely chopped red onion goes best in salads
Tomato – I use salad tomatoes as they are less fleshy or halved cherry tomatoes
Cucumber – I have used English cucumber as it has an edible skin and few seeds.
Cilantro / coriander leaves and mint leaves – for me this salad wouldn’t be complete without the fresh herbs. They’re so vibrant!
Lemon juice – alternatively use lime juice. If you do not have it, you can add dried mango powder or white vinegar.
Salt and black pepper
Chaat masala – this sour blend of spice powders is used in Indian street food recipes. The black salt gives the distinctive flavour.
Olive oil – I have used extra virgin
Variations
To make it spicy add freshly chopped green chilies or red chili flakes.
Add bell peppers such as red capsicums
Imli chutney – toss the salad in a spoon of imli chutney (tamarind sauce) to make Chana Chaat
Add seeds such as pumpkin or sunflower seeds
Add pomegranate seeds.
Instead of chaat masala, add Indian spice powders such as cumin seeds, red chili powder (cayenne pepper), ground cumin powder and garam masala. Alternatively, use curry powder .
How to make Indian Chickpea Salad
Cook your dry chickpeas or rinse a tin of chickpeas in cold water.
Chop the tomatoes, cucumber and herbs.
In a large bowl, add the chickpeas, crunchy vegetables, fresh cilantro and mint,
Season with chaat masala and add salt and black pepper to taste.
Pour over olive oil and lemon juice.
Serving
This tasty chickpea salad works as a refreshing side dish.
For a complete meal, serve it alongside Aloo Gobi , dal fry , boiled rice and rotlis (chapati).
Serve at a barbeque alongside this pesto potato salad or Greek potato salad . Add a carbohydrate dish such as these Air Fryer Indian Potatoes or Instant Pot Orzo Salad .
I like to serve it at room temperature but you can serve it chilled too.
Storage
Store leftover salad in an air-tight container and keep in the fridge for up to a day. Any longer than a day and the salad will not taste fresh.
If preparing for later, I suggest storing the vegetables separately and assembling prior to serving.
Other Chickpea Recipes
Authentic Chana Masala
Chana Saag
Sundried tomato Chickpea Cakes
Cauliflower and Chickpea Tacos
Instant Pot Chickpea and Coconut Curry
Easy Instant Pot Chana Pulao
Moroccan Vegetable Tagine with Chickpeas
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Indian Chickpea Salad
Equipment
- 1 Chopping board
- 1 Knife
Ingredients
- 2 cup chickpeas I have cooked in Instant Pot.
- 1 cup tomatoes chopped
- 1 cup cucumber chopped
- ½ cup onion chopped
- ¼ cup coriander chopped
- 2 tablespoon mint chopped
- 2 small green chili chopped optional
- 1 tablespoon chaat masala
- 1 teaspoon salt or per taste
- 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 2 tablespoon olive oil optional
- 2 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Cook the chickpeas and allow to cool.
- Cut all the vegetables using a sharp knife. Keep them aside.
- Add all the ingredients in a big mixing bowl.
- Mix well and serve.
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Notes
Nutrition
PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Indian Chickpea Salad
Equipment
- 1 Chopping board
- 1 Knife
Ingredients
- 2 cup chickpeas I have cooked in Instant Pot.
- 1 cup tomatoes chopped
- 1 cup cucumber chopped
- ½ cup onion chopped
- ¼ cup coriander chopped
- 2 tablespoon mint chopped
- 2 small green chili chopped optional
- 1 tablespoon chaat masala
- 1 teaspoon salt or per taste
- 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 2 tablespoon olive oil optional
- 2 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Cook the chickpeas and allow to cool.
- Cut all the vegetables using a sharp knife. Keep them aside.
- Add all the ingredients in a big mixing bowl.
- Mix well and serve.
Video
Notes
Nutrition
PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.
If you’re wondering can you cook baked potato in the air fryer , you definitely can! This is the BEST way to make Jacket Potato (aka Baked Potato). I like to air fry baked potato after microwaving it first for a couple of minutes for the crispiest skin and fluffiest potato inside .
This easy air fryer recipe has a cooking time of just 15 minutes in total!
- Why you will love this recipe
- Best Potatoes and Oil for Baked Potatoes in Air Fryer
- How to make Air Fryer Baked Potatoes after Microwaving
- Serving Suggestion
- Storage
- Other Air Fryer Recipes
With this air fryer baked potato recipe, you will have the best baked potatoes in less time than air frying alone! Imagine crispy potato skins and fluffy insides in a small amount of time. Just like my Air Fryer Baked Sweet Potato
Cooking the potatoes in the microwave essentially cooks the whole potato until it is soft. It is then blasted in the hot air fryer to crisp up the skin.
I love air fryer potatoes, whether as a main dish or great side dish such as Air Fryer Indian Potatoes , Air Fryer Accordion Potatoes or Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes .
Why you will love this recipe
With a few simple ingredients and favorite toppings, you have a quick recipe for the whole family
Time saving – this recipe is the quickest way to get perfectly crispy skin and fluffy interiors compared to an oven-baked potato. I love my air fryer pasta bake for the same reason!
Easy recipe – no need to stand by the stove
Best Potatoes and Oil for Baked Potatoes in Air Fryer
Full measurements given in recipe card below.
UK: For perfect baked potatoes, look for special jacket potatoes or simply any large potatoes for this recipe. For best results, look for starchy potatoes such as King Edward or Maris Piper .
I used to make Triple Cooked Chips in Air Fryer
US: Go for russet potatoes which also have high starch
Medium potatoes can work well for young children
Red potatoes are a good alternative
Baby potatoes and other small potatoes tend to be waxy so hold their shape. They are best used in potato salad like this Instant Pot Pesto Potato Salad or in Potato Tart
Note that this recipe works for sweet potatoes too but the timings may be different.
If you want to brush a little oil on your potato, use one with a high smoke point. This makes the skin extra tasty and crispy.
Examples include avocado oil (refined), canola oil, vegetable oil and sunflower oil.
Alternatively, use a cooking spray which spreads more evenly. Sprinkle over a pinch of salt.
How to make Air Fryer Baked Potatoes after Microwaving
Microwave First:
Wash and scrub potatoes well under running water.
Place on a microwave safe dish and prick several times all over with a sharp knife or fork.
You can microwave several potatoes in the plate together
Microwave for around 7 minutes or until potatoes are fork tender.
Note there will be different cook times in the microwave depending on potato size – larger potatoes may need a few minutes longer.
Now you can air fry the microwaved baked potato
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C)
Meanwhile, brush the potatoes with little olive oil (or other oil with high smoking point) or butter. Sprinkle sea salt.
Place the baked potatoes in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
Air Fry for 7-8 minutes at 400 F / 200 C
Timings and temperature will differ based on your air fryer model and size of the potatoes. The skin of a baked potato should be golden brown.
Note: If you don’t have a microwave or don’t want to use it, you can skip the microwaving step and just cook the potato in the air fryer for 30-40 minutes, depending on the size of the potato and your air fryer.
But microwaving first can help speed up the cooking process and ensure that the potato is fully cooked all the way through.
If the skin appears to be burning, wrap in aluminium foil and cook on lower heat.
To cut the jacket potato, hold the potato and slice halfway using a sharp knife. Using a fork, you can fluff the inside.
Serve with your favourite fillings.
Serving Suggestion
For a quick lunch, stick to basic ingredients such as cheddar cheese and baked beans. Season with black pepper and sea salt. You can add a pinch of garlic powder to the beans for extra flavour.
A British classic is to add coleslaw or lashings of sour cream and chive dip .
If serving as a main course, go for a hearty and filling topping such as veggie chilli with guacamole and sour cream.
To balance the meal, serve with a bean salad such as Avocado Mango and Black Bean Salad or Indian Chickpea Salad .
Storage
Jacket Potatoes are best eaten immediately after cooking for crispier skin.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container and kept refrigerated up to 2 days.
You can freeze jacket potatoes in freezer safe containers for up to 3 months. Bake in the oven or air fryer directly from frozen until tender to the centre.
Other Air Fryer Recipes
Air Fryer French Fries (Garlic Fries)
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries
Salt and Pepper Halloumi Fries (Air Fryer Method)
Vegan Curry Puffs
Air fryer Onion Bhaji
Air fryer Diced Potatoes
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Air Fryer Baked Potatoes after Microwaving
Equipment
- 1 Microwave
- 1 Air fryer
Ingredients
- 3 large potatoes baking
- Pinch sea salt
- 1 teaspoon oil
Instructions
- Wash and scrub 3 large potatoes well under running water.
- Place on a microwave safe dish and prick several times all over with a sharp knife or fork.
- You can microwave several potatoes in the plate together.
- Microwave for around 7 minutes or until potatoes are fork tender.
- Meanwhile Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Brush the potatoes with little 1 teaspoon oil (or other oil with high smoking point) or butter.
- Sprinkle Pinch sea salt
- Place the baked potatoes in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Air Fry for 7-8 minutes at 400 F / 200 C or until nice and golden brown all over outside.
- To cut the jacket potato, hold the potato and slice halfway using a sharp knife. Using a fork, you can fluff the inside.
- Serve with your favourite fillings.
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Notes
Nutrition
PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.
