cucumber raita recipe

The ultimate companion to any curry, this cucumber raita is incredibly quick and cooling - a refreshingly perfect side dish.

Cucumber Raita

Greek yogurt ((other yog will work too))

cucumber ((grated))

mint, fresh

salt

lemon

Peel then grate the cucumber.

Place into a bowl and squeeze out excess water with your hands by pressing the grated cucumber towards the bowl rim. Pour away the unneeded water.

Now mix in the yoghurt. Chop the mint leaves and add along with the lemon zest and salt (only the zest, no lemon juice necessary).

Done!

This Cucumber Raita is a yogurt-based side dish or dip made with crunchy cucumbers and zingy Indian spices for a cooling accompaniment to Indian meals.

Cucumber Raita | Indian Yogurt Dip

cucumber

plain yogurt (use Greek yogurt

salt (adjust

¼-½ teaspoon chaat masala

cumin (see notes for homemade version)

sugar ((optional) - add to balance flavors if yogurt is sour)

cilantro & mint

Gather and Prepare ingredients

If using English, Persian or Pickling cucumbers, leave the seeds in. If using regular cucumbers, peel and slice in half. Using a teaspoon, scrape off the seeds from the core. Finely dice the cucumber using a vegetable chopper or by hand.

Prep Cucumber

Assemble Raita

Place yogurt in a mixing bowl. Whisk it until smooth. Add salt, chaat masala and roasted ground cumin.

Add sugar, if yogurt is sour.

Add chopped cucumber.

Finally, add chopped herbs and mix well. Check taste and adjust seasoning to your liking.

Mix Yogurt, Spices &amp; Herbs

Serve cold as a side accompaniment to Indian entrees or as a dip for vegetable sticks, papadums or pita chips.

Serving Instructions

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