Mint Chutney

Name: Mint Chutney
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 2/3 cup
Cuisine: Asia, Indian
Ingredients: 1 bunch fresh cilantro leaves, stems removed (about 2 cups); 1 bunch fresh mint leaves, stems removed (about 1 cup); 3 to 4 whole green chile peppers; 3 garlic cloves, halved; Juice of 1 lemon or lime; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 teaspoon cumin seeds; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 to 2 tablespoons water

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 10 min.

Yield 2/3 cup

Test Kitchen Approved

This versatile mint chutney recipe pairs well with samosas, sandwiches and salads! Its herby, bright flavor dresses up any dish. —Soniya Saluja, The Belly Rules the Mind

Ingredients

1 bunch fresh cilantro leaves, stems removed (about 2 cups)
1 bunch fresh mint leaves, stems removed (about 1 cup)
3 to 4 whole green chile peppers
3 garlic cloves, halved
Juice of 1 lemon or lime
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 to 2 tablespoons water

Directions

In a blender, combine the first 8 ingredients; cover and process until smooth, adding water to reach desired consistency.

Nutrition Facts

2 tablespoons: 31 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 248mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch.

This versatile mint chutney recipe pairs well with samosas, sandwiches and salads! Its herby, bright flavor dresses up any dish. —Soniya Saluja, The Belly Rules the Mind

Recipe Creator

Community Cook