Cucumber and Tomato Yogurt Kheera Ka Ray
Cool, creamy, and bursting with fresh flavors, Cucumber and Tomato Yogurt Kheera Ka Ray is a traditional Indian side dish that's perfect for beating the heat. This no-cook recipe combines crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and aromatic spices like roasted cumin and chaat masala with rich, velvety yogurt to create a refreshing delicacy. Brightened with fresh cilantro and a hint of green chili for subtle spice, this dish is as easy to make as it is delicious—ready in just 15 minutes! Serve it chilled alongside biryani, roti, or as a healthy, standalone snack that’s light yet satisfying. Perfect for hot summer days, this flavorful raita is a must-try for anyone seeking a blend of tangy, cooling, and spiced goodness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium-sized Cucumber
- 2 medium-sized Tomato
- 2 cups Yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (coriander leaves)
- 1 small Green chili
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Roasted cumin powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Chaat masala (optional)
Instructions
Wash and finely dice the cucumbers and tomatoes. Make sure to remove the seeds from the tomatoes if you prefer a less watery dish.
Finely chop the fresh cilantro and green chili. Adjust the chili to your spice preference or omit if you prefer no spice.
In a dry pan over low heat, lightly toast the cumin seeds for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Let them cool and grind into a coarse powder using a mortar and pestle or spice grinder. This adds a fresh and rich cumin flavor to the dish.
Whisk the yogurt in a mixing bowl until smooth and creamy. Add 1-2 tablespoons of water if the yogurt is too thick, but ensure it is not too runny.
Mix the chopped cucumbers, tomatoes, cilantro, and green chili into the whisked yogurt.
Add the ground cumin powder, roasted cumin powder, salt, black pepper, and optional chaat masala to the yogurt mixture. Stir well to evenly combine the flavors.
Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Add more salt or spices based on your preference.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve chilled as a side dish with rice, roti, or as a stand-alone refreshing snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
490 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.5 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 29 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 3928 mg | 171% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.9 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 62.0 g | ||
| Protein | 31.8 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.9 mcg | 29% | |
| Calcium | 1034 mg | 80% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 2265 mg | 48% | |
*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.
