Monday, January 28, 2013

Indian Salad



India.  Both of my parents have been to India more than a couple of times.  It is my dream to serve and visit there.  I love everything about India.  One reason I do is because their cuisine is amazing.

I have grown up with this simple recipe.  It is much like raita, but has more vegetables than a yogurt base.  My Mother said she had a salad like this in India several times.

This salad flourishes with cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and yogurt.  It is such a great combination with a spicy chicken or curry dish.  The yogurt and the vegetables make this salad cool and refreshing especially while eating spicy dishes.


Indian Salad

8 persian cucumbers, diced
1/2 small red onion, minced
3 roma tomatoes, diced
plenty of cilantro, ripped into smaller pieces
yogurt
a dash of cumin
salt and pepper

Add together the cucumbers, onion, tomatoes, and cilantro in a bowl.  Next, add the yogurt a spoonful at a time.  You want the yogurt to really be there...coat the veggies really well.  Add a little cumin and salt and pepper to taste.    


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