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Matsnabrdosh

2 servings

30 minutes

Matsnabrdoš is a refreshing dish from Armenian cuisine designed for hot days. Its base is matsuni, a traditional sour milk product that gives the dish a gentle tang and silky texture. Fresh cucumbers and aromatic herbs—dill, cilantro, basil—add brightness to the flavor, while finely chopped walnuts finish the composition with a pleasant crunch. This dish requires no cooking, making it easy and quick to prepare. It is served cold, often as a light summer soup or sauce for meat and vegetable dishes. Historically, matsnabrdoš symbolizes respect for simple, natural ingredients that harmoniously combine in this refreshing Armenian delicacy.

Matsnabrdosh
Energy value per serving
Calories
267.1kcal
Proteins
12.4grams
Fats
17.2grams
Carbohydrates
17grams
Ingredients
2servings
Basil
1 
bunch
Dill
1 
bunch
Cilantro
1 
bunch
Salt
 
pinch
Walnuts
2 
tsp
Cooking steps
  • 1

    Wash and clean the cucumbers. Cut into small cubes. Chop the greens finely.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Cucumbers: 2 pieces
    2. Basil: 1 bunch
    3. Dill: 1 bunch
    4. Cilantro: 1 bunch
  • 2

    Whisk the matsoni with either a whisk or a blender. Add herbs, cucumbers, and salt. Place in the refrigerator for 10-20 minutes.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Matsoni (yoghurt): 600 ml
    2. Cucumbers: 2 pieces
    3. Basil: 1 bunch
    4. Dill: 1 bunch
    5. Cilantro: 1 bunch
    6. Salt:  pinch
  • 3

    Serve cold, sprinkled with finely chopped walnuts.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Walnuts: 2 teaspoons