Black Eyed Bean also known as lobia in Hindi is packed with
lots of health benefits. This legume is rich in antioxidants ,contains
necessary flavinoids , is low in calories and has no cholesterol . It helps in
weight loss and is good for heart and the digestive system.
Lobia is called chavali in Marathi and we Maharashtrians
make a spicy curry called chavalichi usal from it. I will share that recipe
sometime later. Today i am here with a delicious , filling and protein packed salad recipe using
this healthy legume. A refreshing salad which can be had as a breakfast or
served during lunch. If you have boiled lobia ready at hand , this salad can be
made in a jiffy. This oil free dish can be enjoyed as a guilt free snacks in
between meals or served to kids after school. This salad is great breakfast option for all the fitness freaks and all those who intend to loose weight.
Adding fruits and veggies to the boiled black eyed beans
makes this salad all the more appealing and healthier. I have added chopped
Apples, Cucumber, Tomatoes , Onions, Pomegranate seeds , Coriander leaves and
Lime juice . You may add carrots, boiled potatoes , beetroot or any fruit or
vegetable of your choice to the salad.
Serves: 2
Preparation Time : 6 hours ( including the time required for
soaking the beans)
Cooking Time : 10 minutes
Ingredients:
- ½ cup Black Eyed Beans / Lobia
- ¼ cup
chopped Apple
- ¼ cup chopped Cucumber
- ¼ cup
Pomegranate Seeds
- 1
small Tomato , finely chopped
- 1
small Onion , finely chopped (optional)
- Juice
of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp
finely chopped fresh Coriander leaves
- ½ tsp
Chaat masala (optional)
- ½ tsp freshly ground Black Pepper Corns
- Salt to taste.
Method:
- Rinse and soak the Black Eyed Beans in enough water for 6 hours or overnight. Drain the beans and boil them using fresh water either in an open vessel or in a pressure cooker for 1-2 whistle. Lobia cook very fast so be cautious and do not over cook them.
2. Meanwhile chop all the fruits and veggies and keep ready.
3. In a
large mixing bowl take all the chopped fruits and vegetables and the
boiled beans. Season it with salt , pepper powder , chaat masala and lime
juice. Toss very well . Garnish with chopped coriander and serve.
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