Kosambri

A traditional salad of Karnataka. During Ramanavam kosambri and panaka are served. This dish is also prepared on almost all the major functions like marriages and festivals. Served in the temple as Prasadam. Prepared with a few raw vegetables and pulses can be done quickly. Tastes very goods, kids will love it for sure. Can be garnished by adding shredded coconut too….
Preparation Time	5 minutes + Soaking Time
Cooking Time	10 Minutes
Serves	2-3 People
Ingredients	Moong Dal Cucumber Carrot Turmeric Powder Green Chilli Lemon/ Lime Juice Salt Coriander Leaves	¾ Cup 2 Small 1 Small A Pinch 2 To Taste To Taste To Garnish
For Seasoning	Mustard Dry Red Chilli Asafetida Oil Curry Leaves	½ Tsp. 1 A Pinch A Little A Few
Method 1.      Chop cucumber finely, grate carrot and cut the green chilli finely. 2.     Soak moong dal in water for 1-2 hours with a pinch of turmeric powder in it. Note: Turmeric powder gives little yellow color. 3.     Drain the soaked dal off the excess water. 4.     Now in a mixing bowl add all the veggies and the dal. 5.     Add salt and lemon to taste. 6.     Prepare the seasoning and pour over the salad. 7.     Garnish with coriander leaves and serve.