Indian-Style Cucumber Salad

Submitted by Ms B.

"From Gourmet May 2005. Cook time is time to allow cucumbers to drain. Toasting the cumin really brings out a strong flavor for the salad."

 

• Ready In: 45mins
• Ingredients: 5
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 1 (1 lb) seedless cucumber, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 3⁄4 - 1 teaspoon cumin seed
• 1⁄2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1⁄2 cup whole-milk plain yogurt

directions

1. Toss cucumber with salt in a colander in sink and let drain 30 minutes.
2. Pat dry.
3. Toast cumin seeds in a dry small heavy skillet over low heat, stirring constantly, until fragrant and a shade darker, 3 to 4 minutes.
4. Cool on a cutting board, then crush slightly with a rolling pin.
5. Stir cucumber, cumin, and cilantro into yogurt in a bowl.

Reviews

[Montana Heart Song]

This is a great cool recipe to serve. Great with pan fried or baked fish. Thanks!. This recipe is very easy compared to others using yogurt and cumin.