Corn Raita
Cool, creamy, and bursting with sweet and savory flavors, Corn Raita is the perfect side dish to elevate your Indian-inspired meals. This quick and easy recipe combines tender sweet corn kernels with velvety plain yogurt, aromatic cumin, and a hint of spice from finely chopped green chili. Fresh coriander adds a refreshing touch, while optional sugar balances the flavors beautifully. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile dish pairs wonderfully with biryanis, curries, or warm flatbreads. Light, refreshing, and packed with probiotics, Corn Raita is a simple yet irresistible addition to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Sweet corn kernels (frozen or fresh)
- 1.5 cups Plain yogurt
- 0.5 teaspoons Cumin powder
- 1 small Green chili (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander leaves (finely chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Sugar (optional)
Instructions
If using fresh corn, boil the corn kernels in a small pot of water for 3-4 minutes until tender. If using frozen corn, run it under warm water to thaw or gently microwave for 1-2 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk the yogurt until smooth and creamy.
Add the cumin powder, finely chopped green chili, salt, black pepper powder, and sugar (if using) to the yogurt. Mix well to combine.
Stir in the cooked and cooled corn kernels.
Garnish with chopped fresh coriander leaves and a pinch of additional cumin powder, if desired.
Chill the raita in the refrigerator for at least 10-15 minutes before serving for the best flavor.
Serve the corn raita as a side dish with biryanis, curries, or flatbreads. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
424 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.4 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 22 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 1471 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.5 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.3 g | ||
| Protein | 26.3 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 699 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1508 mg | 32% | |
*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.
