Khar Salad

Khar Salad is a refreshing vegan dish from Assam, India, featuring raw papaya and a unique ingredient called alkaline water filtered through the plant of the 'khar' shrub. This salad offers a delightful blend of flavors and textures, making it a perfect accompaniment to any meal.

Ingredients

• Raw papaya - 200 grams, grated
• Carrot - 100 grams, grated
• Cucumber - 100 grams, diced
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Green chili - 1, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
• Khar (alkaline water from the Khar plant) - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Coriander leaves - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated raw papaya, grated carrot, diced cucumber, diced tomato, finely chopped onion, and green chili.
2. Add the Khar (alkaline water) to the bowl and mix well to ensure even distribution.
3. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the salad and season with salt to taste.
4. Gently toss the salad to combine all ingredients without bruising the raw papaya.
5. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 1 g
• Saturated Fat: 0 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber, aiding digestion.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals essential for overall health.

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