Mast-O Khiar (Persian Yogurt And Cucumber Dip) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

Dip
1 English cucumber, peeled and diced
1/2 cup raisins
3 cups whole milk yogurt, drained (read intro)
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup green onion, chopped
1 tablespoon of fresh mint, chopped (NOT dried)
2 tablespoons fresh dill weed, chopped
2 garlic cloves, peeled and finely minced
3 tablespoons walnuts, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish
1/2 teaspoon of fresh mint
2 tablespoons fresh rose petals, cut into ribbons
1 dried rose bud (optional)

Preparation

In a serving bowl combine the cucumber, raisins, yogurt, sour cream, scallions, mint, dill, garlic and walnuts.
Stir mixture thoroughly and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Cover and refrigerate dip for at least 1 hour before serving.
When ready to serve, garnish with the mint, rose petals and the rose bud, if using.
Serve with pita bread triangles, Arabic bread, crostini, etc.
Yield is estimated.