Appetizers and snacks
Cilantro Chutney

Recipe submitted by the mother of DaVita dialysis patient Aditya from California and submitted by DaVita dietitian Shawna from California.
Portions: 30
Serving size: 1 tablespoon
Ingredients
- 1 bunch cilantro
- 2/3 of a green chili
- 1 medium red onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon whole cumin seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Preparation
1. Wash cilantro and green chili.
2. Roughly chop onion, garlic, cilantro and chili.
3. Grind in a blender along with salt, cumin and lemon juice.
4. Serve with idli, on a veggie sandwich or with other snacks.
Nutrients per serving
- Calories: 4
- Protein: 0 g
- Carbohydrate: 1 g
- Fat: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Sodium: 37 mg
- Potassium: 21 mg
- Phosphorus: 4 mg
- Calcium: 4 mg
- Fiber: 0.1g
Renal and Renal Diabetic Food Choices
- None
Carbohydrate Choices
- 0
Helpful Hints
- Instead of 1 bunch of cilantro, use 2/3 of a bunch cilantro and 1/3 of a bunch of mint for a sweet flavor.
- One bunch of cilantro is approximately 2 cups.
- Adjust chili for desired heat.
- Decrease serving size to a teaspoon if used with a snack or 1 tablespoon if used as a sandwich spread.


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