Yogiratna
Discover the refreshing charm of "Yogiratna," a vibrant and wholesome yogurt-based dish that brings together the crispness of grated cucumber, carrot, and tangy tomato with the heat of green chili and the aromatic punch of roasted cumin. Garnished with a flavorful mustard seed and curry leaf tempering, this recipe is a fusion of crunch and creaminess that's perfect for hot summer days. Packed with fresh, nutrient-rich ingredients and a hint of sweetness from a dash of sugar, Yogiratna is ready in just 25 minutes, making it an ideal side dish for your Indian meal or a light and satisfying snack on its own. Serve it chilled to savor its cooling, zesty flavors—a true treat for your taste buds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Plain yogurt
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 medium Carrot
- 1 medium Tomato
- 1 small Green chili
- 2 tablespoons Coriander leaves
- 1 teaspoon Roasted cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
- 6 pieces Curry leaves
- 1 teaspoon Oil
Instructions
Wash and peel the cucumber and carrot. Grate both and set aside.
Finely chop the tomato, green chili, and coriander leaves. Keep them ready.
In a large bowl, whisk the yogurt until smooth and creamy.
Add the grated cucumber, grated carrot, chopped tomato, green chili, and coriander leaves to the yogurt.
Season the mixture with roasted cumin powder, salt, and sugar. Mix well to combine.
In a small pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
Add the curry leaves to the pan and sauté for a few seconds until aromatic.
Pour this tempering over the yogurt mixture and gently mix it in.
Chill the Yogiratna in the refrigerator for 10 minutes before serving for the best flavor.
Serve cold as a side dish or enjoy it as a light, refreshing meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
506 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.6 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.5 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 3934 mg | 171% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.4 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.8 g | ||
| Protein | 30.9 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.0 mcg | 30% | |
| Calcium | 1028 mg | 79% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1985 mg | 42% | |
*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.
