Low Fat Traditional Cucumber Raita
Elevate your meals with this Low Fat Traditional Cucumber Raita—a refreshing, low-calorie twist on the classic Indian yogurt-based side dish. Featuring crisp grated cucumber, creamy low-fat plain yogurt, and aromatic spices like ground cumin and black pepper, this recipe delivers bold flavors while staying light and healthy. Fresh cilantro and an optional hint of mint bring brightness to every bite, while a touch of lemon juice ties it all together. With just 10 minutes of prep and no cooking required, this nutritious and versatile raita is perfect as a cooling accompaniment to spicy curries, biryanis, or grilled meats—or served as a dip with flatbreads. Easy to make and chilled for optimal flavor, it’s a must-try for fans of authentic yet health-conscious Indian cuisine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Low-fat plain yogurt
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon Fresh mint (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Peel the cucumber and grate it using a box grater or food processor.
Place the grated cucumber in a kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out the excess water.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk the low-fat plain yogurt until smooth and creamy.
Add the grated cucumber to the yogurt and mix well.
Stir in the salt, ground cumin, black pepper, and lemon juice.
Finely chop the fresh cilantro and mint (if using), and add it to the raita. Mix to combine.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve cold as a side dish or a dip with flatbreads, rice dishes, or curries.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
189 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.3 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.5 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 14 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 1375 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.5 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.4 g | ||
| Protein | 14.4 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 491 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 977 mg | 21% | |
*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.
