In the vast and varied landscape of Indian cuisine, the blend of traditional and contemporary flavours often results in delicious culinary masterpieces and if you are adventurous enough to entice your taste buds with the perfect balance of textures and flavours, we suggest you step up your salad game this summer with a unique dish of Dhokla Watermelon Salad. A different way to escape the heat, but this refreshing Dhokla Watermelon Salad combines the delicious flavour of dhokla with the sweet juices of watermelon, making it a perfect choice for those seeking a unique yet comforting meal.
This salad can be served as a light lunch, a side dish or even as a refreshing starter, so what are you waiting for? This visually appealing dish is perfect for summer parties and health conscious people and thank us later.
Ingredients for Dhokla:
1 cup gram flour
· 1/2 cup curd
· 1/4 cup water
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon oil
Ingredients for the salad:
200 gms watermelon, cubed
50 g rocket lettuce
20 gms fresh coconut shreds
2 g dried black olive powder
5 gms fresh mint leaves
Ingredients for dressing:
10 ml lemon juice
20 ml olive oil
Taste for salt
2 gms black pepper
40 g fresh orange juice
Method for making Dhokla:
Combine gram flour, curd, water, salt, baking soda, lemon juice, sugar and oil in a large bowl. Mix well until a smooth batter is formed. Cover the batter with a lid and keep it aside for 30 minutes.
Grease a 9-inch square baking dish. Pour the batter into the dish and spread it evenly. Steam the batter for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the dhokla cool completely.
Salad recipe:
Combine watermelon, cucumber, onion, coriander and mint leaves in a large bowl.
To make the dressing, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and orange juice in a small bowl.
Method for preparing the salad:
Cut the dhokla into cubes and add to the salad. Pour the dressing over the salad and mix well. Let the salad cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.
