Indian Onion Relish
Brighten up your meals with this zesty and refreshing Indian Onion Relish, a simple yet flavor-packed condiment that brings authentic Indian flair to your table. Made with crisp red onions, juicy tomatoes, and aromatic fresh cilantro, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 15 minutes. A splash of tangy lemon juice, a hint of ground cumin, and a kick of red chili powder create the perfect balance of bold and vibrant flavors, while a touch of sugar rounds out the taste. Serve this versatile relish as a cooling side for spicy curries, a topping for grilled meats, or a tangy accompaniment to naan and flatbreads. Whether you're hosting a feast or spicing up a weeknight meal, this quick and easy relish is a must-try addition to your repertoire of Indian-inspired dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large Red onion
- 1 medium Tomato
- 3 tablespoons Fresh cilantro leaves
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Red chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons Sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 small Green chili (optional)
Instructions
Peel and finely slice the red onions into thin, half-moon shapes. Place them in a large bowl and set aside.
Dice the tomato into small cubes and add it to the bowl with the onions.
Finely chop the fresh cilantro leaves and add them to the mixture.
If using green chili, finely chop it and mix it into the bowl for added heat.
Add the lemon juice, red chili powder, ground cumin, sugar, and salt to the onion mixture.
Using clean hands or a spoon, toss everything together until well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste if needed.
Cover the bowl and let the relish rest for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve fresh as a side dish or topping for Indian breads, grilled meats, or curries.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
201 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.6 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2381 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.3 g | ||
| Protein | 5.8 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 124 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 897 mg | 19% | |
*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.
