Persian Cucumber Yogurt (Maast-o Khiar) Recipe
Add a photo
1 of 4 Photos

Persian Cucumber Yogurt (Maast-o Khiar)

By: SASHAYEGHI 
"This cool and healthy dip can be served along side rice and meat, or simply with bread. No Persian meal is complete without Maast-o khiar! This dish is best if refrigerated for a few hours, but if you are strapped for time feel free to serve after mixing. Don't be afraid to get creative! Try adding spinach, raisins, or walnuts. Other herbs could be used as well (i.e. mint, tarragon, oregano). More cucumbers, less shallots...it's your call! Enjoy!"

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.3 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (37)

Prep Time:
15 Min
Ready In:
1 Hr 15 Min

Servings  (Help)

Calculate

 

Original Recipe Yield 16 Servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 (32 ounce) container plain yogurt
  • 3 English cucumbers, peeled and cubed
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 shallot, finely chopped
  • 5 tablespoons dried dill weed
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper

Directions

  1. In a medium bowl, stir together the yogurt, cucumbers, garlic, and shallot. Season with dill, salt and pepper. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to blend flavors.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 46 | Total Fat: 0.9g | Cholesterol: 3mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

ADVERTISEMENT

 view all reviews »  

The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 1, 2006 by Marianne   view full review
I am Persian also, and I agree that Maast-o-Khiar can not be forgotten in any meal. A tip...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 24, 2004 by ICKYSBEANS   view full review
In Malta this is called Tzatziki. Seems its popular all over? Very good, and a grat cool...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 27, 2004 by EM   view full review
Deelicious! Reminiscent of Hungarian cucumber salad.Added a little seasoned salt or celery salt.
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 27, 2007 by Junior's_Mommy   view full review
My husband is Persian and he just loved this! He said it was better than his mother's=) From...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 2, 2006 by LAFLRA   view full review
Refreshing on a hot summer day. My husband said it was just like the stuff they serve in...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 5, 2008 by SunnyByrd   view full review
Great. Very reminiscent of tzaziki, just a little more mellow. I skipped the shallot because I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 22, 2005 by BaysChick   view full review
DH says this taste just like his momon used to make! My FIL also like this with roasted...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 26, 2004 by LMVO Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
a new favorite! Easy, and very refreshing, great summer time dish.
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 23, 2006 by seattlecooks   view full review
We just did not care for this as written...WAY too much cucumber (we used 3 english) and dill...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 20, 2006 by Aisha   view full review
Very nice as salad dressing! A keeper definetely. One can vary with chopped fresh herbs, add...

 

recipe box See something worth saving?
Register now to save all your favorites in your Recipe Box.

Sign up for FREE Now!

ADVERTISEMENT

Related Videos

Thai Cucumber Salad

Learn how to make this delicate cucumber salad, full of Thai flavors.

Cold Cucumber Soup

Make this sour-cream and yogurt cucumber soup with an immersion blender.

Spicy Tarragon & Yogurt Grilled Chicken

See how to put the thrill back into summer grilling.

 
Select Your Version:  Argentina  |  Australia & New Zealand  |  Brazil  |  Canada  |  China  |  France  |  Germany  |  India  |  Japan  |  Korea  |  Mexico  |  Netherlands  |  Poland

Quebec  |  Russia  |  SE Asia  |  United Kingdom & Ireland  |  United States