Indian Cilantro Chutney

A classic condiment from India, cilantro chutney spices up any type of burger. It also makes a great side when served with toasted pitas or tortilla chips.

2 bunches cilantro, washed, and stems removed 1 medium tomato, finely chopped 1 medium onion, chopped 5 cloves garlic, minced 1 – 2 in (3 cm) piece of ginger, grated or minced 2 Tbsp (30 mL) lime juice Jalapeno pepper, seeds removed, and thinly sliced 1/4 tsp (1 mL) cumin 1/4 tsp (1 mL) salt 1/4 tsp (1 mL) honey

Finely chop cilantro leaves and place in medium bowl with tomato, onion, garlic, ginger, lime juice, jalapeno, cumin, salt, and honey.

Stir well to combine and dissolve honey in juices. Refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours to let flavours blend before serving. Serves 8.

Each serving contains: 10 calories; 0 g protein; 0 g total fat (0 g sat. fat, 0 g trans fat); 3 g carbohydrates; 1 g fibre; 75 mg sodium

source: "A World of Flavour", alive #321, July 2009