Cilantro Mint Chutney
Brighten up your meals with this vibrant and zesty Cilantro Mint Chutney, a quick and flavorful condiment that comes together in just 10 minutes! Made with fresh cilantro, cooling mint leaves, spicy green chilies, and a hint of garlic and ginger, this chutney bursts with bold, refreshing flavors. A squeeze of tangy lemon juice and a touch of cumin powder give it an irresistible depth, while sugar and salt balance the taste to perfection. Perfect as a dip for samosas, a spread for sandwiches, or a topping for grilled meats and veggies, this versatile chutney is a must-have recipe for adding a punch of freshness to any dish. Whip it up effortlessly in a blender and enjoy this healthy, homemade condiment that’s low in calories but big on taste!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cilantro (fresh)
- 1 cup Mint leaves (fresh)
- 2 whole Green chilies
- 2 whole Garlic cloves
- 1 inch Ginger
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Wash the cilantro and mint leaves thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt or grit. Pat them dry using a clean kitchen towel or paper towel.
Roughly chop the cilantro, mint leaves, and green chilies to make blending easier.
Peel the garlic cloves and ginger, then roughly slice the ginger into smaller pieces.
In a blender or food processor, add the cilantro, mint leaves, green chilies, garlic, and ginger.
Squeeze the juice of a fresh lemon into the blender, ensuring no seeds are included.
Add the cumin powder, salt, and sugar to the blender for flavor balance.
Pour in the water to aid blending and achieve a smooth consistency.
Blend the mixture until it forms a smooth paste. Scrape down the sides of the blender as needed to ensure even blending.
Taste the chutney and adjust seasoning or lemon juice if necessary to suit your preferences.
Transfer the chutney to a clean airtight container or serving bowl. It is now ready to serve as a dip, spread, or topping!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
287 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.2 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2677 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.4 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.6 g | 116% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.4 g | ||
| Protein | 20.5 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 874 mg | 67% | |
| Iron | 40.5 mg | 225% | |
| Potassium | 3994 mg | 85% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
