Cucumber Red Pepper Raita
Elevate your meals with this refreshing and vibrant Cucumber Red Pepper Raita, a cooling Indian yogurt-based side dish that’s as delicious as it is versatile. Combining the crisp freshness of grated cucumber and the sweet crunch of diced red bell peppers with the creamy tang of plain yogurt, this dish is seasoned with aromatic ground cumin and bold black salt for a burst of flavor. Fresh cilantro adds a bright herbal note, while green chili can provide a gentle kick for those who like a touch of heat. Perfect as a dip, a condiment, or a complement to spicy curries and grilled dishes, this quick and easy raita comes together in just 10 minutes. Serve it chilled for an irresistible accompaniment that balances bold flavors while impressing with its vibrant colors and textures.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 1.5 cups Plain yogurt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons Black salt (or regular salt)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
- 1 small Green chili (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoons Sugar (optional)
Instructions
Wash the cucumber and red bell pepper thoroughly.
Peel the cucumber if desired, and then grate it using a medium grater. Lightly squeeze out excess water from the grated cucumber.
Dice the red bell pepper into small, even pieces.
In a large bowl, whisk the plain yogurt until smooth and creamy.
Add the grated cucumber and diced red bell pepper to the yogurt and mix well.
Season with ground cumin, black salt, and, if desired, a pinch of sugar to balance the flavors.
Finely chop the fresh cilantro and, if using, the green chili. Add them to the raita and stir gently to combine.
Taste the raita and adjust salt or seasonings as needed.
Refrigerate for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled as a side dish or dip.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
78 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.6 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.6 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 9 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 356 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.5 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.0 g | ||
| Protein | 5.6 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 194 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 383 mg | 8% | |
*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.
