Persian Cucumber Yogurt Maast O Khiyaar Recipes

Yogurt, both plain and with cucumbers, is everywhere on Iranian tables - the thicker and sourer, the better. Mast-o khiar is an everyday side similar to Indian raita or Greek tzatziki, but raisins, walnuts and rose petals elevate this version of the dish, adding a host of different flavors and textures. Dice, rather than grate, the cucumbers to keep them from getting watery, and don't skip the dried mint and dried dill, which add dimension to the fresh herbs.

Provided by Samin Nosrat

Categories     easy, quick, condiments, salads and dressings, side dish

Time 20m

Yield About 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

• Ingredients

This cool and healthy dip can be served along side rice and meat, or simply with bread. No Persian meal is complete without Maast-o khiar! This dish is best if refrigerated for a few hours, but if you are strapped for time feel free to serve after mixing. Don't be afraid to get creative! Try adding spinach, raisins, or walnuts. Other herbs could be used as well (i.e. mint, tarragon, oregano). More cucumbers, less shallots...it's your call! Enjoy!

Provided by SASHAYEGHI

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 7

• Ingredients

Nutrition Facts : Calories 46.4 calories, Carbohydrate 6.3 g, Cholesterol 3.4 mg, Fat 0.9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 187.5 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

This is a Persian recipe and my favorite cucumber salad. Cucumbers are combined with toasted walnuts and sultanas and a light dressing of yogurt, fresh dill, and fresh mint. For best results refrigerate salad for about 1 hour.

Provided by Afiyet_olson

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

• Ingredients

Nutrition Facts : Calories 58.6 calories, Carbohydrate 9.3 g, Fat 2.5 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 41.7 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

Traditionally used as a side dish, this recipe goes well along side persian stews and different types of Persian rice. It's similair to the Greek Tzatziki sauce. I learned this Persian recipe from my parents, and mastered it with my own twists.

Provided by een3338

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

• Ingredients

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111, Fat 5.4, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 21.2, Sodium 77.2, Carbohydrate 10.3, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 8.5, Protein 6.2

Serve this minty yogurt dip as part of a Persian banquet for family and friends. With cucumber and mint, it makes a refreshing side dish for barbecued meats too

Provided by Sabrina Ghayour

Categories     Side dish

Time 5m

Yield Serves 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 5

• Ingredients

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Fat 9 grams fat, SaturatedFat 6 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 10 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 10 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 6 grams protein, Sodium 0.16 milligram of sodium

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

• Ingredients

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