Punjabi Pomegranate and Apple Cucumber Salad
Punjabi Pomegranate and Apple Cucumber Salad
Experience the refreshing taste of Indian summer in this vibrant salad, carefully crafted with juicy pomegranate seeds, crunchy apples, and cool cucumber, all wrapped in a zesty cilantro dressing.
š Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups pomegranate seeds
- 1 cup apple, diced
- 2 cups thinly sliced cucumber
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp cumin powder
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- to taste salt
šØāš³ Instructions
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Step 1: In a large bowl, combine pomegranate seeds, diced apple, thinly sliced cucumber, and red onion.
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Step 2: In a separate bowl, whisk together yogurt, lemon juice, honey, cumin powder, red pepper flakes, and salt.
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Step 3: Pour the yogurt dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
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Step 4: Sprinkle chopped cilantro and fresh mint leaves over the salad.
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Step 5: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
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Step 6: Just before serving, give the salad a good stir and adjust the seasoning if needed.
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Step 7: Garnish with additional cilantro and mint leaves, if desired.
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Step 8: Serve chilled and enjoy!
š” Pro Tips
To prevent the apples from browning, sprinkle them with lemon juice after dicing. For an extra burst of flavor, add a few sprigs of fresh cilantro to the yogurt dressing.