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Borani - Spinach Yogurt Salad

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This super easy recipe for borani - spinach and yogurt salad - is tasty and presents a lot of flavor. Borani makes a great snack or appetizer.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 lb fresh or frozen spinach, washed and drained
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon finely chopped onion
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Preparation:

In a small saucepan bring fresh spinach to a boil. Reduce heat to low and allow to cook for 10 minutes. If using frozen spinach, follow package directions.

Drain spinach and allow to cool for 15 minutes. Chop into very small pieces. Places pieces in a piece of cheesecloth or heavy duty paper towel and squeeze out excess water.

In a bowl, combine spinach, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and onions. Add yogurt and fold in with other ingredients.

Refrigerate and serve well chilled.

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