Ingredients for - Cold Yogurt Soup (Abdoogh Khiar)

1. Greek-style yogurt 2 cups
2. Salt 1 teaspoon
3. Crushed dried mint 2 teaspoons
4. Cold water, or more as needed 2 cups
5. Persian cucumbers, diced 2
6. Raisins ¼ cup
7. Chopped walnuts ¼ cup
8. Chopped fresh mint ½ cup
9. Chopped fresh parsley ½ cup
10. Ground dried Persian rose petals (Optional) 2 teaspoons
11. Ice cubes 2 teaspoons
12. Pita bread rounds, or to taste 2

How to cook deliciously - Cold Yogurt Soup (Abdoogh Khiar)

1 . Stage

Puree yogurt, salt, and dried mint in a blender with enough of the water to create a smooth, thin soup. It will thicken some when you add the bread.

2 . Stage

Divide the cucumbers, raisins, walnuts, and herbs among four bowls.

3 . Stage

Pour one-fourth of the yogurt mixture into each bowl.

4 . Stage

Top with rose petals, and add a few ice cubes to each bowl.

5 . Stage

Tear bread into small pieces and add some to each bowl. Let bread soak 5 to 7 minutes before serving. Serve cold.