South Indian Kosambari-Salad
Ingredients:
- 1 Cucumber , peeled and chopped finely or grated
- 1/4th cup Moong dal – washed and soaked in water for 1 to 2 hours
- 1 Green Chilli , finely chopped
- 1 Carrot peeled and grated
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- Mint leaves chopped – a few finely chopped
- Salt-1/4tsp or as per dietician’s advice
- For Tempering – Oil, Mustard seeds and A few curry leaves
- Portion size: 4
- Serving size: 1
Nutrients
- Calories: 31.7 Kcal
- Proteins : 2 gm
- Sodium: 56.4 mg
- Phosphorus: 41 mg
- Potassium: 159.6 mg
Procedure:
- Soak the lentils in warm water for 1 or 2 hours and discard the water. Ensure the lentils are slightly soft and not too hard.
- In a bowl take the soaked moong dal, add chopped cucumber, grated carrots, chopped green chillies, salt and lime juice Mix well
- Temper the salad with mustard seeds and curry leaves. Mix well and serve chilled.