My Favourite Raita
Cool, refreshing, and bursting with vibrant flavors, "My Favourite Raita" is the ultimate yogurt-based side dish to elevate your Indian meals. Made with creamy full-fat yogurt, crisp grated cucumber, juicy tomato, and zesty herbs like mint and cilantro, this raita offers the perfect balance of tanginess and spice. A hint of green chili adds optional heat, while aromatic cumin and chaat masala bring a signature depth of flavor. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this quick and easy recipe is a delightful cooling complement to spicy biryanis, pulaos, or curries. Serve it chilled for the best experience and let the harmonious blend of textures and seasonings shine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Plain yogurt (preferably full-fat)
- 1 medium Cucumber, grated
- 1 small Tomato, finely chopped
- 0.5 medium Red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Mint leaves, finely chopped
- 1 small Green chili, finely chopped (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoons Cumin powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Chaat masala
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper powder
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk the plain yogurt until smooth and creamy.
Peel the cucumber and grate it using a box grater. Squeeze out any excess water from the grated cucumber.
Add the grated cucumber, chopped tomato, and finely chopped onion to the whisked yogurt.
Mix in the chopped cilantro, mint leaves, and the optional green chili for a little heat.
Season the raita with cumin powder, chaat masala, salt, and black pepper powder. Stir gently to combine.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. If the raita feels too thick, add a tablespoon or two of water to achieve your desired consistency.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve cold as a side dish with biryani, pulao, or any spicy main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
400 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.0 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.3 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 48 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 1581 mg | 69% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.0 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.2 g | ||
| Protein | 22.3 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 711 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1371 mg | 29% | |
*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.
