Dairy-Free Classic Cucumber Raitha
Elevate your side dish game with this refreshing Dairy-Free Classic Cucumber Raitha, a plant-based twist on the traditional Indian yogurt accompaniment. This recipe swaps traditional dairy for creamy unsweetened coconut yogurt, creating a cooling and gut-friendly option perfect for vegan diets. Grated cucumbers provide a crisp texture, enhanced by fresh mint and cilantro for vibrant herbaceous notes. A dash of cumin powder, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and a hint of black pepper offer a subtle spice and tang, rounding out the flavor profile beautifully. Prepared in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this easy cucumber raita pairs wonderfully with spicy curries, fragrant biryanis, or freshly baked flatbreads. Whether served chilled or straight from the mixing bowl, it’s a light, dairy-free delight ideal for a quick side dish or dip.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 Medium cucumbers
- 1 cup Unsweetened coconut yogurt
- 10 leaves Fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and peel them if desired.
Grate the cucumbers using a box grater or a food processor and place them in a strainer over a bowl. Let them drain for 5-10 minutes to remove excess water.
While the cucumbers are draining, chop the fresh mint leaves and cilantro finely and set them aside.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the unsweetened coconut yogurt, chopped mint, chopped cilantro, lemon juice, cumin powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly.
Gently squeeze the grated cucumbers to remove any remaining excess moisture and add them to the yogurt mixture.
Stir the mixture until all ingredients are well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Transfer the raita to a serving bowl and garnish with additional mint leaves if desired.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld, then serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
263 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.1 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.0 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1222 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.9 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.7 g | ||
| Protein | 4.9 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 161 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 1074 mg | 23% | |
*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.
