Peas Raita
Peas Raita is a delicious and refreshing Indian side dish made with yogurt and green peas. It's a perfect accompaniment to enhance the flavors of your meal. The yogurt base gives it a creamy texture, while the green peas add a burst of freshness. You can also season it with spices like cumin, coriander, and a pinch of chili powder for an extra kick.
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1 cup cooked green peas
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (optional, adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon roasted cumin powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chaat Masala (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the yogurt until smooth and creamy.
- Add the cooked green peas to the yogurt and gently mix until well combined.
- In a small pan, heat the cumin seeds over medium heat until they start to release their aroma. Remove from heat and allow them to cool for a few seconds.
- Crush the roasted cumin seeds slightly using a mortar and pestle.
- Add the crushed cumin seeds, chili powder (if using), roasted cumin powder, chaat masala (if using), and salt to the yogurt and peas mixture. Mix well.
- Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve chilled and enjoy as a side dish or a dip with your favorite Indian dishes.
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 71kcal (4%)Carbohydrates: 9g (3%)Protein: 4g (8%)Fat: 2g (3%)Saturated Fat: 1g (6%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 8mg (3%)Sodium: 36mg (2%)Potassium: 202mg (6%)Fiber: 2g (8%)Sugar: 5g (6%)Vitamin A: 422IU (8%)Vitamin C: 15mg (18%)Calcium: 91mg (9%)Iron: 1mg (6%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
