Cooling Mint Cucumber Raita
Transform your meals with the refreshing burst of flavor in Cooling Mint Cucumber Raita, a quick and easy yogurt-based side dish that's perfect for summer! This creamy recipe combines soothing plain yogurt with grated cucumber, fragrant fresh mint, and a hint of cilantro for a bright, herbaceous flavor profile. A touch of ground cumin adds a warm, earthy depth, while an optional green chili can spice things up if you're feeling adventurous. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking involved, this versatile Indian-inspired raita is an ideal companion for spicy curries, grilled meats, or as a cooling dip for snacks. Serve it chilled to fully enjoy its light, crisp, and refreshing qualities. Perfect for healthy eating, it’s a must-try for fans of quick, flavorful recipes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Plain yogurt
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 2 tablespoons Fresh mint leaves
- 1 tablespoon Cilantro leaves
- 1 small Green chili (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Sugar (optional)
Instructions
Peel and grate the cucumber. Squeeze out excess water by pressing the grated cucumber gently in a strainer or with your hands. Set it aside.
Finely chop the mint leaves, cilantro leaves, and green chili (if using).
In a mixing bowl, whisk the yogurt until smooth and creamy.
Add the grated cucumber, chopped mint, chopped cilantro, and green chili to the yogurt. Mix well.
Stir in the ground cumin, salt, and sugar (if using). Adjust the seasoning to taste.
Refrigerate the raita for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
Serve chilled as a side dish or dip alongside your favorite meals.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
356 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.2 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 29 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 1538 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.2 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.7 g | ||
| Protein | 27.9 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.9 mcg | 29% | |
| Calcium | 962 mg | 74% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1637 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
