Chaats
Bhel Puri is a popular Indian chaat, a savory snack that's a delightful mix of textures and flavors. It typically features puffed rice, crispy sev (fried chickpea noodles), boiled potatoes, onions, and tomatoes, all tossed in a tangy-sweet tamarind chutney and a spicy green chutney. Originating from the beaches of Mumbai, it's a quintessential street food enjoyed across India.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Bhel Puri is primarily a carbohydrate-rich snack due to the puffed rice and sev, with a moderate amount of fat from the fried components. It provides a quick energy burst and some dietary fiber from the vegetables and legumes, with a typical serving containing around 250-350 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 300 kcal |
| Protein | 6 g |
| Carbs | 45 g |
| Fat | 12 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 8 g |
| Sodium | 600 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Potassium | 200 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Magnesium | 30 mg |
| Phosphorus | 80 mg |
| Folate | 25 mcg |
| Manganese | 0.5 mg |
| Copper | 0.2 mg |
Per 1 cup (approx. 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, chaats like Bhel Puri represent the vibrant, communal experience of Indian street food, where vendors assemble them fresh to order. Nutritionally, the combination of raw and cooked ingredients creates a unique mix of quick-digesting carbs and some slower-releasing nutrients.