Fresh Indian Onion Salad
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 31kcal
A crunchy, Fresh Indian Onion Salad made with everyday ingredients. It’s the easiest, budget-friendly way to add restaurant-style brightness to curries and rice bowls.
Ingredients
- 2 large red onions, finely sliced into half-moons
- 1 green chillies (or more if desired), finely sliced (optional, adjust to heat preference)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp garam masala or chaat masala (see note 1)
- ¼ tsp sea salt flakes
- 1 tbsp finely chopped coriander (cilantro)
Instructions
- Place the sliced onion in a bowl of cold water for 5 minutes, then drain well (this takes away the harsh bite and keeps them crisp).
- Add the onion, green chilli, lemon juice, garam masala or chaat masala, and sea salt to a mixing bowl. Mix to combine well.
- Stir through the coriander or scatter it over the top before serving.
Notes
Note 1 – Garam masala vs chaat masala Garam masala gives the salad a warm, aromatic flavour – cosy, simple, pantry-friendly. Chaat masala adds a tangy, salty, slightly zingy kick that tastes more like a restaurant onion salad. Use whichever you prefer or already have on hand.
Make Ahead
You can prep the onions and chillies up to 24 hours in advance. Store them in an airtight container in the fridge (lining the base with a piece of paper towel helps keep everything crisp). For the best texture, add the lemon juice, salt and spices right before serving – this keeps the onions crunchy and stops them from releasing water. Chop the coriander (cilantro) fresh so it stays bright and vibrant. Not suitable for freezing.Leftovers
Store any leftover salad in an airtight container in the fridge for 1–2 days. The onions will soften slightly as they sit, but the flavour is still delicious and works beautifully on top of leftover curry, rice bowls or wraps.Nutrition Facts
Fresh Indian Onion Salad
Amount per Serving
Calories
31
% Daily Value*
Sodium
149
mg
6
%
Potassium
161
mg
5
%
Carbohydrates
4
g
1
%
Fiber
3
g
13
%
Sugar
4
g
4
%
Protein
2
g
4
%
Calcium
23
mg
2
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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