Kosumbari, a raw mung salad – Diabetes Friendly Thursdays
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Kosumbari, a raw mung salad – Diabetes Friendly Thursdays
Kosumbari sounds exotic. Doesn’t it? You will be surprised to know that behind the exotic name, there is a very simple, very humble, very nourishing, very filling, very weight-watchers friendly and a very diabetic friendly recipe.This Salad is all raw and Vegan. A perfect meal.
Kosumbari is a very popular salad from the state of Karnataka, India. Split Mung is soaked then tossed with fresh ingredients like carrots, cucumbers, cilantro/coriander leaves, etc. and then tempered lightly. I made few changes to make the recipe not only Protein rich, but also fiber rich and delicious to match the taste buds of a common man.
This salad is a complete meal, not only for the diabetics but for a person with good health. You may totally layer it up in the mason jar and take it for your work lunch. It is delicious. It is biteful. It is full of flavor and texture and is so very refreshing. You are going to love the dressing for this salad. It is so simple and can be used in many salads with beans and greens.
Some other popular Diabetes Friendly recipes from my blog are – Spicy Paneer Grilled Skewers , Asian Mung Bean Sprout Salad, Vegetable Cocktail Cutlets , Paneer/Tofu Keema Lettuce Wraps and more.
This is how I made it.
Kosumbari, raw mung salad
Author – Sonal @ simplyvegetarian777
Category – Salad, Diabetic Friendly, Protein rich.
Kitchen Equipments Required
Mixing bowl, a spoon or fork to mix, chopping board, knife.
Ingredients
Mung Dhuli / Split Yellow Mung – 1/4 cup
Carrots – 3 tbsp, shredded and measured packed
Cucumbers – 1/4 cup, chopped really fine
Coriander / Cilantro leaves – 2 tbsp, chopped fine
Mint leaves – 4 to 5, chopped fine
Coconut, shredded fresh – 1 tbsp. I used 1 tsp dry and it worked fine.
Dressing
Olive oil – 1/2 tsp
Lemon juice – 1 tbsp
Ginger – 1 small piece, finely grated
Green chili – 1/2 small. finely chopped
Salt – 1/4 tsp or to taste
Method
Making the Dressing
Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and mix well together. Set aside to infuse the flavors.
Making the Salad
- Wash and Soak 1/4 cup of mung in 1/4 cup of water for about 2 hrs. Drain the water from the beans after soaking, which is not really that much. The soaked dal is soft and ready to be used raw.
- Take the mixing bowl. Add all the ingredients as mentioned above. Add the dressing. Give a good toss and eat.
Notes
- If you have a problem with raw beans like gas and bloating, you may microwave the dal for about 2 minutes, with out draining the water.
- You may add more raw salad vegetables to this salad.
- There are many variations to this salad. You may personalize it and is agreat salad for parties and work or lunch.
- You may soak the dal in the morning and refrigerate before leaving for work. When you come back in the evening, You may just take it out and make the salad quick and easy for a complete meal.
- You may accompany some roasted papad alongside.
I enjoyed making this vegan and raw salad in my Indian American Kitchen. I hope you will try it as well and enjoy a protein packed delicious salad.
Sonal
Foot Notes
Mung Beans are low on the glycemic index at 25 and have a low glycemic load of 4 making them a smart food choice for diabetics. Diabetics can safely eat Mung Beans. The low glycemic index, fiber and protein help to regulate blood sugar.
Carrots and Cucumbers are non-starchy vegetables and filled with fibers and beneficial vitamins and minerals. Carrots are loaded with beta-carotene, which has been linked to lower risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes. A study found that individuals with high blood levels of beta-carotene have 32 percent lower insulin levels (suggesting better blood glucose control). Cucumbers are a cool, crisp, low-carb choice for people with diabetes. You can get your fill of this low-carbohydrate vegetable without worrying about raising your blood sugar too much. Cucumbers are a good source of vitamin K and they also contain potassium and vitamin C.
Coconut is good to be consumed, if eaten fresh. A daily recommendation 2 inch square and 1/2 inch thick piece of fresh coconut is allowed. Coconut still has fats so you need to consume it mindfully.
Disclaimer
I am not a nutritionist or dietician. My knowledge and information is based on my research and reading from different resources. Please consult your doctor or dietician before making any changes to your diet.
Other Protein Packed Salad Recipes from Team DFT
Apsara’s Edmame Salad with Hemp Cilantro Dressing
Suchitra’s Horsegram/Kulith Kosambari
Swati’s Grilled Chicken & Quinoa Salad
Lovely recipe. Never heard or had it before. Will definitely try it..
Your pictures in this post take 1st prize Sonal. Wow, you’ve almost made it look 3-D, so much that I want to grab the contents from the screen. Seriously, love, love, love the pictures in this post. I’ve never heard of this salad, but a great idea to incorporate lentils in a salad, and with that yummy dressing, I’ll definitely give it a go.
You totally made my day Loretta❤️❤️❤️
I love it sona, I have never had yellow moong raw this is the first time I am hearing . I will be trying this salad for sure , book marked it
Thank you darling
Sonal, so healthy and packed with flavor!
Thanks Darling ❤️
Kosumbari is a staple in feasts in Karnataka. Loved your twist to it. – Sreelatha
Thanks girl ❤️
That looks utterly delicious!
Thanks Liz ❤️
This is a feast for the eyes and sounds delicious! I would love this for lunch.
I am sure you would love it Julie
Love the recipe and the pics!!
Thanks Archana 🙂
Love the way you have modified the kosumbari to make it even more nutritious and flavorful and appealing to many a palate. We usually make a tadka of mustard seeds, hing and curry leaves in coconut oil. The hing helps combat the issue of bloating.
Suchi
That’s what was recommended too in the original recipes that I read but I wanted to keep it completely cooking free 🙂
It is totally fine. I loved the way you modified your recipe. Most non-Indian people do not understand the concept of “tadka” and that is why I skipped it in my recipe too. I also wanted to keep my recipe totally “oil-free”.
I am in love with this Salad and I am going to make it next week…Your pictures are already making me drool!
Thanks dear lady ❤️
I have never had this before but totally up my alley:) You have used my favorite ingredient in the dressing which is ginger. Very cool..love it.
Zeba
I ate this salad one time at my friend’s place whose husband was from southern India and this salad was staple in their house 🙂
I love kosambari.Your version sounds different and delicious.Perfectly clicked kosambari.
Thanks Sathya ❤️❤️❤️
Sonal,
I just made this last week with slightly different dressing! I will try your yummy dressing next time Love it!
Thanks Sandy ❤️❤️