Raita with cucumber and mint
Raita with cucumber and mint is a popular Indian side dish made with yogurt as the base and flavored with cucumbers, mint, and various spices. It's a cool and refreshing accompaniment to spicy dishes, adding a creamy and tangy contrast to the meal.
Ingredients
- 2 cups plain yogurt
- 1 cucumber peeled and grated
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1/4 teaspoon red chili powder (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the yogurt until smooth.
- Add the grated cucumber, chopped mint leaves, cumin powder, coriander powder, red chili powder (if using), salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve chilled, garnished with fresh mint leaves.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 88kcal (4%)Carbohydrates: 8g (3%)Protein: 5g (10%)Fat: 4g (6%)Saturated Fat: 3g (19%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 16mg (5%)Sodium: 61mg (3%)Potassium: 318mg (9%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 7g (8%)Vitamin A: 335IU (7%)Vitamin C: 4mg (5%)Calcium: 170mg (17%)Iron: 1mg (6%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
