MAST-O KHIAR (PERSIAN YOGURT AND CUCUMBER DIP)

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From our local newspaper. Low fat yogurt can be substituted for whole milk yogurt. (This recipe can be also transformed with a snap of your fingers into a soup by adding 1 cup of cold water or broth, to desired consistency. Serve with an ice cube to keep soup chilled.)

Provided by COOKGIRl

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h15m

Yield 5 cups

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 English cucumber, peeled and diced
1/2 cup raisins
3 cups whole milk yogurt, drained (read intro)
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup green onion, chopped
1 tablespoon of fresh mint, chopped (NOT dried)
2 tablespoons fresh dill weed, chopped
2 garlic cloves, peeled and finely minced
3 tablespoons walnuts, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon of fresh mint
2 tablespoons fresh rose petals, cut into ribbons
1 dried rose bud (optional)

Steps:

  • In a serving bowl combine the cucumber, raisins, yogurt, sour cream, scallions, mint, dill, garlic and walnuts.
  • Stir mixture thoroughly and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Cover and refrigerate dip for at least 1 hour before serving.
  • When ready to serve, garnish with the mint, rose petals and the rose bud, if using.
  • Serve with pita bread triangles, Arabic bread, crostini, etc.
  • Yield is estimated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.1, Fat 12.3, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 31.1, Sodium 323, Carbohydrate 22.7, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 17.5, Protein 7.3

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