Whole30 Boondi Raita
Elevate your Whole30 journey with this creative and nourishing twist on traditional Boondi Raita. Crafted with crispy air-fried chickpea flour droplets and a creamy coconut yogurt base, this recipe embodies bold flavors while staying entirely dairy-free and gluten-free. Grated cucumber, fresh cilantro, and a splash of zesty lemon juice harmonize beautifully with warming ground cumin and a hint of black pepper, creating a refreshing and savory side dish perfect for pairing with your favorite Whole30 mains. Ready in just 35 minutes, this guilt-free recipe uses an air fryer to achieve golden, crispy boondi without deep frying, making it a healthier alternative without compromising on taste. Perfectly seasoned and packed with texture, this Whole30 Boondi Raita is a crowd-pleaser for any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Chickpea flour (besan)
- 0.5 cup Water
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon Avocado oil
- 2 cups Coconut yogurt (unsweetened)
- 1 medium Cucumber, grated
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour, water, and 0.5 teaspoon of salt into a smooth batter. Ensure there are no lumps.
Let the batter sit for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
Lightly grease the air fryer basket with avocado oil.
Pour the batter into a piping bag or a squeeze bottle with a small opening.
Carefully pipe small droplets of the batter into the air fryer basket, leaving space between each droplet.
Air-fry the boondi for about 10 minutes or until they are crispy and golden. Shake the basket halfway through to cook evenly.
Once done, remove the boondi from the air fryer and let them cool on a paper towel.
In a large mixing bowl, combine coconut yogurt, grated cucumber, chopped cilantro, lemon juice, cumin, black pepper, and the remaining 0.5 teaspoon of salt. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
Just before serving, add the cooled boondi to the yogurt mixture and stir gently.
Transfer the raita to a serving bowl and garnish with additional cilantro if desired.
Serve immediately as a side dish with your favorite Whole30 meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1030 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.3 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.3 g | 127% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2500 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 121.3 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.1 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.0 g | ||
| Protein | 36.0 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 180 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 1847 mg | 39% | |
*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.
