Maast O Khiar Persian Cucumber Sauce Food

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

Make and share this Maast-O-Khiar - Persian Cucumber Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Molly53

Categories     Southwest Asia (middle East)

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

• Ingredients

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81, Fat 4, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 15.9, Sodium 57.4, Carbohydrate 7.2, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 6.3, Protein 4.5

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

This dip literally means yogurt and cucumber. One of the staples at Persian parties because it's such a crowd pleaser. In some recipes I've seen people adding herbs, while others also add some garlic. I prefer to add both, personally. Garnish with walnuts and raisins.

Provided by Zainab Pervaiz

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

• Ingredients

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126 calories, Carbohydrate 12.8 g, Cholesterol 4.2 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 7.4 mg, Sugar 8.4 g