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Kachri Salad

A crisp and tangy salad featuring fresh wild kachri melon tossed with red onions, green chilies, and aromatic Indian spices.

15 minEasyServes 445 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh kachri, chopped
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 2 green chili, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/2 tsp roasted cumin powder
  • 1/2 tsp chaat masala
  • 1/2 tsp black salt
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. 1

    Peel and chop 2 cups chopped fresh kachri, testing a small piece first to ensure it is not bitter.

  2. 2

    In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups chopped fresh kachri, 1/2 cup finely diced red onion, 2 minced green chili, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro.

  3. 3

    Add 1/2 tsp roasted cumin powder, 1/2 tsp chaat masala, and 1/2 tsp black salt to the vegetable mixture.

  4. 4

    Pour in 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice and toss all ingredients thoroughly.

  5. 5

    Chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes before serving.

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Questions

Is there a substitute for cilantro in Kachri Salad?

The entry for Kachri Salad calls for 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped. In its place: Flat-leaf parsley with a squeeze of lime, for anyone who tastes soap. The dish loses its signature note but stays fresh.

Can I make Kachri Salad less spicy?

Yes. The heat in Kachri Salad comes from 2 green chili, minced. For a milder plate, remove the seeds and ribs from the chili, or use half; nothing else in the method changes.

Is Kachri Salad keto-friendly?

A serving of Kachri Salad carries 8 g of carbohydrate, 2 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 40 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 8 percent.

How many calories are in Kachri Salad?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 45 calories, with 1 g protein, 8 g carbohydrate and 1 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 320 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How do I store and reheat Kachri Salad?

Dressed, it is best the day it is made, so keep the dressing apart and toss Kachri Salad just before serving. Undressed and refrigerated, the components hold about two days. It does not freeze.

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