Ab Doogh Khiar

Cold Yogurt Soup

⏱ Prep Time 20 minutes

📈 Difficulty Easy

👥 Servings

A refreshing Persian cold soup of yogurt, cucumber, fresh herbs, and walnuts, served ice-cold as a summer dish, light and cooling with a tangy herbal flavor.

Nutrition & Info

Protein 21.2g

Carbs 34.5g

Fat 18.2g

Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

vegetarian gluten-free

Ingredients

3 cups plain yogurt
1 cup cold water or sparkling water
2 Persian cucumbers, finely diced
1/4 cup walnuts, chopped
1/4 cup raisins
3 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
3 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
2 tbsp dried rose petals (optional)
1/2 tsp salt
Ice cubes for serving

Instructions

1
Whisk the yogurt with cold water until smooth and pourable, adjusting the consistency to your preference for thickness.
2
Stir in the finely diced cucumbers, chopped walnuts, and raisins, mixing gently to distribute evenly.
3
Add the chopped fresh dill and mint, season with salt, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
4
Serve ice-cold in bowls with ice cubes floating on top and a garnish of dried rose petals and extra herbs for a truly refreshing summer meal.

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Did You Know?

Ab Doogh Khiar is considered one of the healthiest traditional Persian dishes, packed with probiotics from the yogurt, and Iranian doctors have been recommending it as a digestive aid for centuries.