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Kadale Bele Kosambari | How to make Chana Cucumber Salad

Chana Lentil and Cucumber Salad is a salad served on the Udupi Thali, in Kanada it is called Kadale Bele Kosambari. This makes a good balance in the overall meal.
Course Salads
Cuisine Karnataka, Udupi
Keyword No Cook Salad
By Cook Method No Cook
Occasion Festival Meal
By Diet Ayurvedic, Healthy Recipes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 2 people
Author Srivalli

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp Chana Dal / Split Bengal Gram / Senaga Pappu
  • 1/2 cup Cucumber finely chopped
  • 2 tsp Coconut grated
  • 1 no Green Chilli
  • 1 tsp Lemon Juice
  • Handful Coriander leaves finely chopped
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  • Wash and soak the chana dal for 2 hrs or till soft.
  • Wash and peel the cucumber. Cube it into fine pieces.
  • Wash and drain, change the water a couple of times for the channa dal, and transfer to a mixer. Add chopped green chilies and grind to an almost smooth paste.
  • However, take care to ensure the lentil doesn't get too smooth as well. Let it be a little coarse.
  • Transfer to a bowl, add grated coconut, cucumber pieces, coriander leaves. Mix well.
  • Just before serving the dish, add salt and lemon juice.
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