Mast-o-Khiar (Iranian Cucumber and Mint Yougurt)

Mast o Khiar is a simple traditional Iranian side dish that goes good with almost everything. With mint, cucumbers and yogurt it makes the perfect summer snack that takes only takes a few minutes to make.

You will need:

• 2 cups yogurt (not sweet. Just a little sour is perfect. Mine is home made)
• 1/2 a large cucumber
• 1 Tablespoon dry mint
• 4-5 sprigs fresh mint
• 1/3 Teaspoon salt
• Raisins (optional)

You will also need:

• Knife
• Dish to serve in
• Serving spoon
• Measuring spoons

Ok, this is easy.

-Pour approximately two cups of yogurt into your bowl.
-Add 1 Tablespoon of dried mint.
-Add about 1/3 of a teaspoon of salt.
-Mix everything

- Peel and dice half a cucumber.
-Mix into yougurt

Take the fresh mint and put it on top.

Serve chilled. Usually its fine if you make it right before you serve it.
If you want you can add raisins.

Enjoy!