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Close-up of sliced tomatoes topped with creamy mint yogurt dressing, thin red onion, fresh mint leaves, and a pinch of spice

Indian Tomato Salad with Mint Dressing

Fresh tomato slices topped with thin red onion and a creamy yogurt-mint dressing. This cooling Indian-inspired salad is quick, bright, and perfect as a side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
rest time 0 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Indian-Inspired
Calories: 72
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • the tomato salad
  • 3 large ripe tomatoes sliced into rounds
  • 1/4 red onion very thinly sliced
  • 1 pinch garam masala to taste, optional
  • For the raita mint dressing
  • 1 cup plain yogurt 250 g
  • 2 cups mint leaves about 40 g
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice or to taste (15 ml)
  • Couple of pinches of salt
  • 1 tablespoon water plus more as needed (15 ml)

Equipment

  • Blender (or immersion blender)
  • Mixing bowl
  • Chef’s knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Serving plate

Method
 

  1. Add the plain yogurt, mint leaves, lemon juice, salt, and water to a blender or use an immersion blender.
  2. Blend until creamy and speckled with mint.
  3. Add more water, 1 teaspoon at a time, if the dressing is too thick. Taste and adjust with more lemon juice or salt if needed.
  4. Slice the tomatoes into rounds and arrange them on a serving plate.
  5. Scatter the very thinly sliced red onion over the tomatoes.
  6. Spoon the mint yogurt dressing over the tomatoes and onions.
  7. Sprinkle with a small pinch of garam masala, if using.
  8. Garnish with extra mint leaves and serve right away.

Nutrition

Calories: 72kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 4gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.6gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 385mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1220IUVitamin C: 24mgCalcium: 125mgIron: 0.8mg

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Notes

  • Use ripe but firm tomatoes so the slices hold their shape.
  • Soak sliced red onion in cold water for 10 minutes if you want a milder onion flavor.
  • Greek yogurt can be used, but add extra water to thin the dressing.
  • Fresh mint gives the best flavor and color.
  • Add the dressing close to serving time for the freshest texture.
  • A tiny pinch of garam masala is enough; too much can overpower the salad.

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