Loubia Polo

A small bowl of finely diced cucumber, tomato, and onion tossed with lime juice and dried mint, the crisp, tangy Persian salad staple.

A small serving of thick strained yogurt blended with slow-cooked shallots, the tangy, savory Persian dip traditionally spooned over rice or bread.

Chilled yogurt whisked with diced cucumber, dried mint, and a hint of rose, a cooling Persian side that balances char-grilled kebab.