Low Sodium Classic Cucumber Raitha
Elevate your mealtime with this refreshing and heart-healthy **Low Sodium Classic Cucumber Raitha**, a delightful spin on a beloved Indian side dish. Perfectly balancing creamy plain yogurt with crisp grated cucumber, this low-sodium recipe is infused with fresh mint, cilantro, and a touch of toasted cumin for a burst of earthy flavor. Lemon juice and zest brighten the dish naturally, while optional green chili adds a customizable kick. Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this cooling raitha is a guilt-free companion to spicy curries, biryanis, or grilled meats. Serve chilled for an irresistible, herbaceous treat that’s rich in taste and light on sodium!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium Cucumber
- 2 cups Plain yogurt
- 10 leaves Fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
- 0.5 teaspoon Cumin seeds, toasted and ground
- 1 teaspoon Fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 Green chili, finely chopped (optional for heat)
- 0.25 teaspoon Lemon zest
Instructions
Peel the cucumbers and grate them using a box grater or food processor. If cucumbers are too watery, gently squeeze out excess water using a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth.
Chop the mint leaves and cilantro finely. Set them aside.
In a large bowl, whisk the plain yogurt until smooth and creamy.
Stir the grated cucumber into the whipped yogurt.
Add the chopped mint leaves, cilantro, ground cumin, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and freshly ground black pepper to the yogurt and cucumber mixture. Mix well to combine.
If you prefer a bit of heat, add the finely chopped green chili. Mix it in thoroughly.
Taste the raitha and adjust the seasoning as needed. Since it's a low sodium recipe, consider enhancing flavors with additional lemon juice or herbs instead of salt.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the raitha for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled as a side dish with your favorite Indian meals.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
388 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.5 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 29 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 358 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.0 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.4 g | ||
| Protein | 29.3 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.9 mcg | 29% | |
| Calcium | 1000 mg | 77% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1882 mg | 40% | |
*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.
