Cucumber Raita Salad
Cool, creamy, and bursting with vibrant flavors, Cucumber Raita Salad is the perfect refreshing side dish for any meal. This simple yet delightful recipe combines freshly grated cucumbers with smooth, tangy yogurt, enhanced by aromatic spices like cumin and a hint of red chili powder. Chopped cilantro and mint add a fresh, herbaceous touch, while optional green chili brings a subtle kick for spice lovers. Ready in just 10 minutes, this wholesome dish is naturally gluten-free and packed with cooling properties, making it an ideal accompaniment to spicy Indian curries, biryanis, or grilled meats. Serve it chilled for a delicious dip, salad, or side that effortlessly elevates your meal to the next level.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium Cucumber
- 2 cups Plain yogurt
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Cumin powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Red chili powder
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon Mint leaves
- 1 small Green chili (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and peel the cucumbers. Grate them using the coarse side of a grater, then gently squeeze out excess water to prevent the raita from becoming too watery. Set the grated cucumber aside.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk the plain yogurt until smooth and creamy.
Add the grated cucumber to the yogurt and mix well.
Season the mixture with salt, cumin powder, red chili powder, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Finely chop the fresh cilantro, mint leaves, and green chili (if using), and add them to the bowl. Mix again until evenly distributed.
Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the raita salad for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled as a side dish or dip alongside your favorite Indian bread, biryani, or grilled meats.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
383 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.5 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 29 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 1539 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.6 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.8 g | ||
| Protein | 29.2 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.9 mcg | 29% | |
| Calcium | 1000 mg | 77% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1912 mg | 41% | |
*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.
