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Laccha Pyaz / Lachha Pyaaz (Indian Onion Salad)

by Shilpa · 5 Comments

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Lachha pyaz is a popular and easy Indian onion salad made using red onions, spices, and herbs. This no-oil salad is a perfect accompaniment to any Indian meal. Naturally gluten-free and vegan.
laccha pyaz.

Laccha pyaz step-by-step recipe with photos.

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lachha pyaz.

About this recipe

Laccha pyaz is an Indian-style onion salad made using red onions, herbs, and a few spices. Lacha pyaz is served as an accompaniment to North Indian meals and is very flavorful and easy to make. It is also popularly called masala pyaz in dhabas or streetside eateries. They are also served with kebabs in Indian restaurants.

Crunchy onion rings tossed with spices and lemon juice is perfect to add extra punch to your food. This simple onion salad uses some basic ingredients and is ready in 5 minutes. This masala onion salad is gluten-free, vegan, and has no oil.

Not only is it great as an accompaniment, but I also like to add it to wraps, rolls, and burgers instead of plain onions. Read on for ingredients, steps, and useful tips to make this easy no-cook onion laccha salad.

lachha pyaz.

Ingredients

ingredients to make laccha pyaz.

Onion: Use red onions to make masala lachha pyaz.

Spices: I use chaat masala, Kashmiri chili powder, and Indian black salt (kala namak).

Herbs and other ingredients: Cilantro, mint leaves, lemon/lime juice, and green chilies.

Step-by-step instructions

Peel the onion and slice them into roundels (about ¼ inch thick). Separate the roundels and place them in a bowl.

cut onion into rings.

Add water and ice cubes. Let it sit for 5 minutes.

soak in ice water.

Drain all the water from it. Add the powdered spices - chili powder, chaat masala, black salt, and salt. Next, add green chili, lemon juice, mint leaves, and cilantro.

drain water and add the remaning ingredients.

Mix them and serve.

toss well.

Useful tips

Soaking the onions in ice-cold water not only helps reduce their pungency but also helps make the salad crunchy. Do not skip it.

Do not cut the onion into very thin slices as they will turn watery and the salad will not have the crunch.

It is best to serve this salad fresh as the onions will lose their crunch if stored for a long time. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator and use them within the same day.

laccha masala pyaz.

Serving Suggestions

This onion salad is perfect with most North Indian meals. Serve it alongside curries and naan or pair it with pulao, biryani, and raita for a wholesome meal. Not just with main meals, it can be served with appetizers and added to wraps and burgers.

Here are some delicious recipes for your inspiration.

Curries

  • Paneer Butter Masala / Paneer Makhani
  • Aloo Gobi / Potato Cauliflower Curry
  • Kadai Paneer
  • Butter Chicken / Murg Makhani (Instant Pot + Stovetop)

Appetizer

  • Paneer Tikka (Air fryer, Stovetop, Oven)
  • Tandoori Gobi Tikka / Grilled Cauliflower

Rice-based dishes

  • Instant Pot Vegetable Biryani
  • Instant Pot Paneer Biryani
  • Paneer Peas Pulao (Instant Pot)
  • Instant Pot Chicken Pulao

FAQs

What onion can I use to make laccha pyaz?

Red onions work best for this salad.

How to serve lachha pyaaz?

Serve it alongside North Indian meals as an accompaniment. See the above section for more serving suggestions.

laccha pyaz.

Bonus

This masala lacha pyaz is:
- very easy to make,
- no-cook and no-oil salad,
- great with North Indian meals and also wraps or burgers.

Indian onion salad.

If you liked my recipe, please don't forget to give me a 5-star rating and leave a comment below.

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laccha pyaz.

Lachha Pyaz / Indian Onion Salad

Lachha pyaz is a popular and easy Indian onion salad made using red onions, spices, and herbs. This no-oil salad is a perfect accompaniment to any Indian meal. Naturally gluten-free and vegan.
5 from 65 votes
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Author: Shilpa
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 large red onion
  • ½ teaspoon Kashmiri red chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon chaat masala
  • ¼ teaspoon black salt optional
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 green chili finely chopped
  • ½ lemon
  • 1 tablespoon cilantro finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon mint leaves
  • A few ice cubes
  • Cold water

Instructions

  • Peel the onion and slice them into roundels (about ¼ inch thick). Separate the rings and place them in a bowl.
  • Add water and ice cubes. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
  • Drain all the water from the onions by placing them in a sieve. Transfer to a bowl.
  • Add the spices (chili powder, chaat masala, and black salt), green chili, lemon juice, cilantro, mint leaves, and salt.
  • Mix well and serve.

Notes

See the tips section above for useful tips to make this dish.
Nutrition Facts
Lachha Pyaz / Indian Onion Salad
Amount per Serving
Calories
20
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
0.1
g
0
%
Saturated Fat
 
0.02
g
0
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
0.04
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
0.01
g
Sodium
 
334
mg
15
%
Potassium
 
64
mg
2
%
Carbohydrates
 
5
g
2
%
Fiber
 
1
g
4
%
Sugar
 
2
g
2
%
Protein
 
1
g
2
%
Vitamin A
 
84
IU
2
%
Vitamin C
 
11
mg
13
%
Calcium
 
11
mg
1
%
Iron
 
0.2
mg
1
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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  1. Sue says

    January 25, 2023 at 1:46 pm

    5 stars
    This red onion salad looks so yummy, and I love the idea of using it on burgers and wraps. I've got an onion-obsessed friend who's going to go crazy for it!

  2. Ksenia says

    January 26, 2023 at 10:18 am

    5 stars
    I made this using kashmiri chili powder, as specified, and I can't even express just how much flavor that added! I was skeptical about an onion salad, but I have to admit it worked really well with my salmon skewers and rice!

  3. Sarah Walker Caron says

    January 29, 2023 at 8:12 am

    5 stars
    The combination of red onions and herbs must go spectacularly with North Indian dishes! I was surprised by the ice water step, but can't wait to see how it works in action.

  4. Anne says

    January 29, 2023 at 4:28 pm

    5 stars
    Delicious recipe! I love taking a basic veggie like onions and making it taste exciting.

  5. Healing Tomato says

    January 29, 2023 at 5:18 pm

    5 stars
    What an unbelievably delicious salad idea! Growing up, my grandma used to make this onion salad. So, I was so happy to make your recipe because it turned out just like how she used to make it. Put it on a paneer sandwich and it was super tasty!

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