Fresh Blueberries

Ingredients(for 1 medium bowl per serving)

• 1 cup Fresh blueberries (washed and drained)
• 1/2 cup Cucumber (diced (kheera))
• 1/2 cup Tomato (deseeded and chopped (tamatar))
• 1/2 cup Boiled chickpeas (chana, cooled)
• 1/4 cup Onion (finely chopped (pyaz))
• 1 Green chilli (finely chopped (hari mirch, optional)) - optional
• 2 tbsp Fresh coriander (chopped (dhaniya))
• 1 tsp Chaat masala (available at Indian stores)
• 1/2 tsp Roasted cumin powder (bhuna jeera powder)
• 1/2 tsp Black salt (kala namak)
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice (nimbu ras, freshly squeezed)
• 2 tbsp Pomegranate arils (optional, for garnish (anar dana)) - optional

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse and drain the fresh blueberries thoroughly. Make sure there is no excess water to prevent the chaat from becoming soggy.

   2 minutes

   Use a salad spinner or pat dry with a kitchen towel for best results.

2. 2

   Prepare the vegetables: finely chop cucumber, tomato (deseeded), onion, green chilli, and fresh coriander.

   5 minutes

   Chop vegetables just before mixing to retain crunchiness.

3. 3

   In a large mixing bowl, add the boiled and cooled chickpeas, chopped cucumber, tomato, onion, and green chilli (if using).

   2 minutes

   If you prefer, slightly mash some chickpeas for a creamier texture.

4. 4

   Add the fresh blueberries to the mixing bowl. Sprinkle in the chaat masala, roasted cumin powder, and black salt.

   2 minutes

   Adjust masalas to taste if you prefer more tanginess or spice.