New Delhi: Summer season calls for light, refreshing, and tangy flavours that not only enhance the taste of overall meals but also help in digestion as well as keeping the body cool. Tangy chutneys are prepared with ingredients such as raw mango, tamarind, lemon, tomatoes, and Indian gooseberries (amla), bringing the perfect balance of sourness as well as spice to your food. It can be paired easily with rice, rotis, parathas, snacks, or grilled dishes. These chutneys add a satisfying punch to every bite.

The summer chutneys have a tangy and refreshing taste, which makes every meal delicious. Raw mango chutney combined with mint and green chillies is a summer staple that offers a cooling effect to the body along with a spicy kick. Tamarind chutney has a sweet and tangy taste, which is a must-have for chaats and fried snacks. Here are some of the refreshing chutneys that you can make during summer to enhance your meals and keep your body cool.

Tangy chutneys to make at home

During the summer season, people look for a light, refreshing, and tangy flavour that gives taste while keeping the body cool. Tangy chutneys are prepared with fresh fruits, herbs, and spices and help in enhancing the taste of rice, parathas, or any meals. Their savoury and spicy flavours help in digestion and add a tangy punch to any meal.

1. Raw mango (Kaccha Aam) chutney

It is an absolute favourite during the summer season. This chutney is prepared by blending raw mango, mint leaves, green chillies, and jaggery. It carries a perfect balance of tanginess and sweetness that pairs excellently with rice, roti, or snacks such as samosas or pakoras.

2. Tamarind (Imli) chutney

Tamarind is a classic sweet and tangy chutney that is prepared with tamarind pulp, jaggery, and a blend of spices. This chutney pairs well with chaats, samosas, pakoras, and any kind of parathas.

3. Tomato-garlic chutney

It is a spicy and tangy chutney that is prepared by mixing ripe tomatoes, garlic, red chillies, and tamarind. When paired with dosas, idlis, vadas, and even as a spread for sandwiches, it tastes amazing.

4. Lemon-coriander chutney

A spicy chutney that is prepared with fresh coriander leaves, green chillies, lemon juice, and some cloves of garlic. It is a refreshing, light, and great complement to grilled foods, dal-rice, or even as a dip for sandwiches.

5. Amla (Indian gooseberry) chutney

This tangy chutney is packed with vitamin C and is prepared with fresh amla, green chillies, coriander, and a few drops of lemon juice. It is not only refreshing but also boosts immunity as well as helps in digestion.

These tangy and refreshing chutneys add a burst of flavour to summer meals while keeping them light and tasty!

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