Description
Indian Cucumber Salad with Yogurt and Cumin (Kachumber) is a refreshing and vibrant dish that elevates any meal. Combining crisp cucumbers, tangy yogurt, and aromatic cumin, this salad offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a cooling side to spicy dishes, it’s easy to prepare and packed with health benefits.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 cup plain full-fat yogurt
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and slice them into thin rounds or half-moons.
- Finely chop the red onion and cilantro; soak the onion in cold water for ten minutes if desired to reduce pungency.
- In a bowl, mix the yogurt with ground cumin and lemon juice until well combined.
- Toss sliced cucumbers, chopped onions, cilantro, and yogurt dressing in a large mixing bowl until evenly coated.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Before serving, give the salad a gentle toss and garnish as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Customize your Kachumber by adding diced bell peppers or fresh mint for extra flavor. Serve chilled alongside spicy dishes for a refreshing contrast.