Boiled Peanut Salad Boiled Peanut Chaat

If you loved my kala chana salad and black-eyed peas salad, you are going to love this peanut salad recipe. Boiled peanuts are tossed with vegetables, fresh herbs, lime juice, and Indian spices. It can be served as a side dish with Indian meals or enjoyed as a “chaat” for an evening snack. If making in advance, prep all the ingredients and store them in the refrigerator. When ready to serve, add all the spices and salt and toss them together in a bowl. This salad is oil-free, dairy-free, vegan, low-carb, and keto-friendly, great for people on a weight loss journey or diet. Peanuts are an excellent choice for keto dieters. If you are looking for more keto recipes, then check out my Keto Indian recipes collection. Check out more peanut recipes from my blog, including masala peanut chaat, congress kadlekai, peanut chutney, and peanut rice.

Ingredients

How to Make Boiled Peanut Salad (Chaat)

First, boil the raw peanuts. You can cook them using an Instant Pot, an Indian stovetop pressure cooker, or directly on the stovetop in a regular pot. If using an Instant Pot - Add the peanuts into the Instant Pot insert with enough water and salt. Then cook for 12-15 minutes on Pressure Cook (High). Let the pressure release naturally. Boiled Peanuts should be tender but not mushy. If using an Indian pressure cooker - Pressure cook for at least 3-4 whistles on medium flame. If cooking on the stovetop pot – add enough water along with the peanuts. Cook them for 30 minutes or until done. Meanwhile, chop all your vegetables, removing any seeds, skin, or stems as needed. In a large mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients. Toss well until everything is mixed and evenly seasoned. This healthy peanut salad is best enjoyed if you set it aside for 15 minutes so it incorporates the flavors well before serving. You may also refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.

Storage Suggestions

The boiled peanut salad recipe can be refrigerated in an airtight glass container for up to 2 days. You can also serve it as a chaat for evening snack with a cup of masala chai or coffee.