NAAN DIPPERS WITH FRESH MINT & CORIANDER RAITA

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The perfect start to an Indian buffet, this refreshing dip is sure to have your guests digging in - ideal for New Year's Day

Provided by Sara Buenfeld

Categories     Buffet, Dinner, Snack, Starter

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

half a cucumber
500g tub Greek yogurt
a handful of fresh mint leaves
2handfuls of fresh coriander
4large naan bread
olive oil , for brushing
ground paprika , for sprinkling
sea salt flakes, for sprinkling
1 tbsp lemon juice

Steps:

  • Up to a day ahead, coarsely grate the cucumber into a bowl then squeeze it with your hands to remove as much juice as possible.
  • In a food processor, whizz the yogurt, mint and coriander together until well blended. Tip into a bowl and stir in the cucumber. Cover with cling film and chill until you are ready to serve.
  • To serve, preheat the oven to 200C/gas 6/fan 180C. Cut the naan into long triangles and arrange on 2 large baking sheets. Brush them with oil on one side and sprinkle over a little paprika and salt. Bake for 8-10 minutes until crisp and golden. Season the raita with up to 1 teaspoon of salt (see tip) and lemon juice to taste. Serve on a platter with fresh tomato chutney and dippers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366 calories, Fat 19 grams fat, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 41 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 2 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 10 grams protein, Sodium 1.23 milligram of sodium

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