Corn Chaat

"If it looks real and beautiful, eat it"

Corn syrup is a 'stay away from' food ingredient. But sweet corn is a great addition to any healthy diet plan. Though it is high in carbohydrates, it also has high phytonutrients and antioxidants. Corn is high in manganese which is involved in the formation of bones and other enzymes for metabolism. It is great food for improving digestion. Corn also provides moderate protein. 1 cup of corn has 146 calories, a little over 5 gms of protein and 31 gm pf carbs. Corn is low in fat. 

Summer is here. And you will have many nights when you would want a light dinner. A bowl of any clear soup with the side of corn chaat is a great combination. Its tangy and chewy and is a feast for your taste buds. And with the beautiful colors, its just so pretty to look at. The deal breaker, it takes less than 5 mins to cook. 

Recipe
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
1 medium red onion, chopped
1 medium roma tomato, deseed and chopped
2 green chilies, finely chopped
2-3 Tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
1/4 cup green beans (optional)
1 tsp paprika
salt to taste
lime juice to taste

• Heat a saute pan on medium high with 1tsp of extra virgin olive oil.
• Add green chilies and onions and cook until onions are translucent.
• Add corn and paprika. Cook on high for 1-2 min.
• Remove from heat and add tomatoes, salt, cilantro and lime juice. Serve hot or cold.