# Calories in Chana Chaat

A regular bowl of chana chaat (about 200 g) has roughly 280-300 calories, or around 145 calories per 100 g. Made mainly from boiled chickpeas with onion, tomato and spices, it is one of the lighter desi snacks — but add-ons like fried papri, sev, sweetened yogurt or oily dressings can push a bowl well past 400 calories.

## Nutrition Facts (per 100 g)

| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 145 kcal |
| Protein | 7 g |
| Carbohydrates | 22 g |
| Fat | 3.5 g |
| Fiber | 6 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 320 mg |

## Calories by Serving Size

| Serving | Weight | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 small bowl (150 g) | 150 g | ~220 kcal |
| 1 regular bowl (200 g) | 200 g | ~290 kcal |
| 1 large bowl (300 g) | 300 g | ~440 kcal |

Typical USDA-style reference values; real dishes vary with ingredients and cooking method.

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Is chana chaat a good snack for weight management?

Yes — plain chana chaat is high in fiber and plant protein for its calories, which makes it filling and easy to fit into a calorie-deficit routine. Keep fried toppings and sweet chutneys light to hold a bowl near the 300-calorie mark.

### What adds the most calories to chana chaat?

Fried papri or sev, potatoes, sweetened tamarind chutney and full-fat or sweetened yogurt are the main contributors. A loaded street-style chaat can carry 150-200 more calories than a simple chickpea, onion and tomato version.

### How much protein and fiber does chana chaat have?

Roughly 7 g of protein and 6 g of fiber per 100 g, so a 200 g bowl delivers about 14 g of protein and 12 g of fiber. That combination is why it keeps you full longer than most fried snacks with similar calories.

### How do I log chana chaat in SlimAI?

Take a quick photo with SlimAI's camera scan, log it by voice, or search "chana chaat" and pick your bowl size. If your chaat has extras like papri or yogurt, add them so the entry reflects the real bowl.

Source: https://www.slimai.ai/foods/desi/chana-chaat-calories