Description
A simple and spicy Indian onion salad made with sliced onions, lemon juice, and spices. Commonly served as a side with Indian meals, especially tandoori and curry dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon chaat masala
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Optional: 1 green chili, finely chopped
Instructions
- Peel and thinly slice the red onion. Soak in cold water for 10 minutes to reduce sharpness, then drain.
- Transfer the onion slices to a mixing bowl and add lemon juice, red chili powder, chaat masala, and salt.
- Add chopped cilantro and green chili if using.
- Toss everything well until the onions are evenly coated.
- Serve immediately as a side with Indian dishes like kebabs, biryani, or curry.
Notes
- Soaking onions in cold water helps mellow their sharp flavor.
- You can add a few slices of cucumber or tomato for variety.
- Use black salt for a more traditional Indian taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 30
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg