Oil-Free Protein-Rich Peanut Salad Recipe

Step 1: Soak the Peanuts

Add 1 cup of raw organic peanuts to a bowl. Pour in enough water to cover the peanuts and allow them to soak for about 2 hours. Soaking helps to release phytates.

Step 2: Rinse and Cook the Peanuts

After 2 hours, the peanuts will be nicely soaked. Rinse the soaked peanuts a couple of times under running water. Transfer the rinsed peanuts into a saucepan. Add water and 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt. Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the flame to the lowest setting and allow the peanuts to cook until tender.

Step 3: Drain and Cool Peanuts

Once the peanuts are cooked, remove the saucepan from the stove and transfer the peanuts onto a strainer to drain the water. Allow the peanuts to cool down completely.

Step 4: Prepare the Vegetables

While the peanuts are cooling, prepare the other ingredients. In a large bowl, add 1 medium-sized chopped cucumber, 1/2 chopped onion, 1 grated carrot, 1 finely chopped green chili (adjust to your taste), a small piece of finely chopped ginger, 1 medium-sized deseeded and chopped tomato, and some fresh finely chopped coriander leaves.

Step 5: Add Spices and Sauerkraut

To the vegetables, add 1/3 teaspoon of black salt (kala namak), 1/4 teaspoon of sea salt (remember salt was added while cooking peanuts, so adjust accordingly), 1/4 teaspoon of chaat masala (optional, but adds amazing flavor), 1/2 teaspoon of roasted cumin powder (jeera powder), and 1 tablespoon of sauerkraut for a gut-friendly, probiotic boost.

Step 6: Combine and Mix

Add the cooked and cooled peanuts to the bowl with the vegetables and spices. Squeeze the juice of 1 whole lemon over the ingredients. Give everything a good mix until all ingredients are well combined.

Step 7: Serve

Transfer the super healthy peanut salad to a serving plate or bowl. Garnish with some additional finely chopped coriander leaves. Serve immediately and enjoy this oil-free, protein-rich, and fiber-rich salad.

• Soaking raw peanuts helps to release phytates, making them easier to digest.

• Adjust the amount of green chili according to your spice preference.

• Chaat masala is optional but adds an amazing flavor to the salad.