YOGURT WITH RAISINS, CUCUMBER, AND WALNUTS

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Persian mast-a yogurt condiment-can be mixed with shallots, beets, spinach, or, as in this recipe, with Persian cucumbers, mint, and dried rose petals.

Provided by Andy Baraghani

Categories     Bon Appétit     Persian New Year     Yogurt     Side     Condiment     Dip     Walnut     Cucumber     Raisin     Garlic     Lemon     Mint

Yield Makes about 3 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup walnuts
1 Persian cucumber, finely chopped
3 cups plain whole-milk Greek yogurt
3 tablespoons chopped golden raisins
1 tablespoon finely grated green garlic, or 1 garlic clove, finely grated
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon crushed dried mint leaves, plus more for serving
1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for drizzling
2 teaspoons crushed dried rose petals; plus more for serving (optional)
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
2-3 tablespoons whole milk (optional)
Aleppo-style pepper (for serving)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Toast walnuts on a rimmed baking sheet, tossing occasionally, until golden brown, 8-10 minutes. Let cool, then finely chop.
  • Mix walnuts, cucumber, yogurt, raisins, green garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, 1 Tbsp. mint, 1 Tbsp. oil, and 2 tsp. rose petals, if using, in a medium bowl to combine; season with salt and pepper. If yogurt looks thick, stir in milk as needed.
  • Serve topped with Aleppo-style pepper and more dried mint and rose petals and drizzled with more oil.
  • Do Ahead
  • Yogurt can be made 1 day ahead. Keep chilled.

Karima Karim
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This yogurt dish was a disaster. The yogurt was sour, the raisins were hard, and the cucumber was slimy.


Umair Chohan
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I didn't like this yogurt dish at all. The raisins were too sweet, the cucumber was too crunchy, and the walnuts were too bitter.


Felice Oginga
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This yogurt dish was just okay. The flavors didn't really come together for me.


Ty Mesteth
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I'm not usually a fan of yogurt, but this dish was surprisingly good. The raisins, cucumber, and walnuts added a lot of flavor and texture.


Kamaal Hike
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This yogurt dish was a great way to start my day. It was light and refreshing, and the raisins, cucumber, and walnuts added a nice touch of flavor.


Victoria Okudinani
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I loved this yogurt dish! The combination of flavors and textures was perfect.


mbali gumede
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This yogurt dish was delicious! The raisins added a touch of sweetness, the cucumber provided a refreshing crunch, and the walnuts added a nice nutty flavor. I will definitely be making this again!


Blessing Agu
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this yogurt dish. The raisins, cucumber, and walnuts added a nice touch of flavor and texture. I will definitely be making this again!


Louis Armstrong
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This yogurt dish was a hit! The combination of raisins, cucumber, and walnuts was perfect. The yogurt was creamy and tangy, the raisins added a touch of sweetness, and the cucumber and walnuts added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this aga


Angel Vandermerwe
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I'm always looking for new and exciting yogurt recipes, and this one definitely caught my eye. The yogurt with raisins, cucumber, and walnuts was a unique and flavorful combination that I really enjoyed. The yogurt was creamy and smooth, the raisins


Bwappy Katt
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This yogurt dish with raisins, cucumber, and walnuts was a delightful surprise! The combination of flavors and textures was incredibly refreshing and satisfying. The yogurt was creamy and tangy, the raisins added a touch of sweetness, the cucumber pr