Watercress chutney
A vibrant green watercress chutney packed with flavour and nutrients in abundance. It requires less than 10 ingredients and less than 10 minutes to prepare!
Ingredients
- 100 g watercress washed well
- 1 tablespoon cumin seeds
- 2 tablespoon sunflower oil or any vegetable oil
- 1 green chilli deseeded and roughly chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoon water
- 2 tablespoon yoghurt
Instructions
- Start by washing the watercress in cold running water.
- Heat oil in a medium-sized pan. Once the oil is hot, add the cumin seeds and let them toast well. Add the chopped green chilli and stir well for a minute.
- Add the washed watercress. You do not have to chop the watercress. Add the entire bunch with stems and leaves.
- Mix well for a minute till the leaves wilt slightly and switch off the flame.
- Transfer the mixture to a small blender. Add salt, water and blend till smooth.
- Transfer to a bowl, add the yoghurt and mix well.
- Taste and adjust the amount of salt. Add more water if the chutney is too thick. Enjoy!
Notes
- Nutrition values are a rough estimate for guidance.
- Skip the chilli if you prefer a mild version.
Nutrition
Calories: 32kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 1gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 255mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 331IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 23mgIron: 1mg
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