Low Sodium Traditional Cucumber Raita
Cool, creamy, and bursting with vibrant herbs, this Low Sodium Traditional Cucumber Raita is the perfect healthy side dish or dip for any meal. Made with low-fat or full-fat yogurt, freshly grated cucumber, and a flavorful blend of ground roasted cumin, black pepper, lemon juice, and refreshing herbs like cilantro and mint, this recipe skips the added salt without sacrificing taste. Easy to prepare in just 10 minutes, this guilt-free raita is an ideal accompaniment to spicy curries, biryanis, or flatbreads, delivering a satisfying balance of tangy and cooling flavors. Plus, it's a fantastic low-sodium option for those mindful of their salt intake. Serve it chilled and enjoy this light and nourishing twist on the classic cucumber raita.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Plain unsweetened yogurt (low-fat or full-fat)
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground roasted cumin
- 1 tablespoon Fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Mint leaves (chopped)
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Peel the cucumber and grate it using a box grater or food processor.
Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze gently to remove excess water. This prevents the raita from becoming watery.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk the yogurt until smooth and creamy.
Add the grated cucumber to the yogurt and mix well.
Sprinkle in ground roasted cumin, chopped cilantro, chopped mint, black pepper, and lemon juice. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed, keeping in mind this is a low sodium recipe. You can enhance the flavor with additional herbs or spices instead of salt.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled as a side dish or dip with flatbreads, rice dishes, or curries.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
353 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.5 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.4 g | 37% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 47 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 385 mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.8 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.6 g | ||
| Protein | 26.9 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.3 mcg | 32% | |
| Calcium | 996 mg | 77% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 1437 mg | 31% | |
*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.
