Traditional Cucumber Raita
Cool, creamy, and bursting with refreshing flavors, this Traditional Cucumber Raita is the perfect side dish to complement your favorite Indian meals. Made with rich, velvety plain yogurt and freshly grated cucumber, this wholesome recipe is elevated with aromatic roasted cumin powder, a touch of green chili for a gentle kick, and vibrant cilantro for a fresh, herbaceous finish. In just 15 minutes of prep time and with no cooking involved, this easy-to-make raita is a healthy and cooling addition to spicy curries, biryanis, or grilled dishes. Serve it chilled for the ultimate palate cleanser that doubles as a flavor-packed dip or accompaniment. Whether you're curating a complete Indian feast or just looking for a light yogurt-based side dish, this cucumber raita offers simplicity, authenticity, and unbeatable taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Plain yogurt
- 1 large Cucumber
- 0.5 teaspoons Roasted cumin powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
- 1 small Green chili
Instructions
Start by peeling the cucumber. Once peeled, grate the cucumber using a grater.
Place the grated cucumber in a bowl and squeeze out excess water using your hands or a clean cheesecloth. Discard the water.
In a mixing bowl, add the plain yogurt and whisk it until smooth and creamy.
Add the grated cucumber to the yogurt and mix well.
Finely chop the fresh cilantro and green chili. Add them to the yogurt-cucumber mixture.
Sprinkle in the roasted cumin powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until all ingredients are well combined.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Add more salt or pepper according to your preference.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the raita for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled as a side dish with your favorite Indian meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
303 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.5 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.9 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 22 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 1453 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.4 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.1 g | ||
| Protein | 22.5 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 758 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 1552 mg | 33% | |
*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.
