Sugar-Free Chickpea Sundal
Discover a wholesome, flavorful twist on an Indian classic with this **Sugar-Free Chickpea Sundal** recipe! This vibrant dish combines protein-packed chickpeas with aromatic coconut oil, nutty urad dal, and a medley of traditional South Indian spices like mustard seeds, curry leaves, and asafoetida. The addition of freshly grated coconut and a splash of lime juice adds a burst of natural sweetness and tangy freshness, making every bite incredibly satisfying. Perfect as a nutritious snack or a light side dish, this sundal is sugar-free, gluten-free, and loaded with plant-based goodness. Quick to prepare and rich in fiber and flavor, it’s an excellent choice for health-conscious food enthusiasts looking for something both wholesome and delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Dried chickpeas
- 4 cups Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon Urad dal (split black gram)
- 1 whole Dried red chili
- 10 leaves Curry leaves
- 0.25 teaspoon Asafoetida (hing)
- 0.5 cup Grated fresh coconut
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Chopped coriander leaves
Instructions
Rinse the dried chickpeas thoroughly under cold water and soak them in 4 cups of water for at least 8 hours or overnight.
After soaking, drain the chickpeas and rinse them again. Place them in a pressure cooker with 2 cups of fresh water and add 0.25 teaspoon of salt. Cook for 3-4 whistles or until the chickpeas are tender.
In a large skillet, heat the coconut oil over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and wait until they start to splutter.
Add urad dal and sauté until it turns light golden brown.
Break the dried red chili into pieces and add it to the pan along with curry leaves. Sauté for another minute.
Reduce the heat to low and add asafoetida (hing), the cooked chickpeas, the remaining 0.25 teaspoon of salt, and mix well.
Add the grated coconut, stirring to combine everything thoroughly.
Cook on low heat for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.
Turn off the heat and add lime juice and chopped coriander leaves. Mix well.
Serve the Sugar-Free Chickpea Sundal warm. It's a perfect, healthy snack or a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1330 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.5 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.5 g | 242% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1285 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 149.5 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 47.2 g | 169% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.3 g | ||
| Protein | 44.6 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 330 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 16.8 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 2381 mg | 51% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
