Cucumber Raita
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
2 mins
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Total Time
2 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
79 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Condiments
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Cuisine
Indian
Cucumber Raita
Description
This Cucumber Raita blends plain yogurt with coarsely grated and drained cucumber, crushed garlic, grated fresh ginger, chopped fresh mint, and garam masala, seasoned with sea salt and black pepper. The preparation involves removing as much liquid as possible from the cucumber to maintain the raita's thick texture.
The combination of garam masala along with fresh mint and ginger offers warm, aromatic spices balanced by cooling elements from the yogurt and cucumber. The garlic adds a mild pungency, while salt and pepper enhance the overall flavor.
Traditionally served as an accompaniment to spicy Indian dishes, raita also works well as a refreshing dip or salad side. Variations include substituting cumin seeds for garam masala or using fresh coriander instead of mint for different flavor profiles.
Ingredients
- 400 g PLAIN yogurt
- 0.75 cucumber
- 15 g mint fresh
- 1 tablespoon garam masala
- 2 garlic crushed, clove
- 15 g ginger grated, fresh
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
Instructions
- Coarsely grate all 0.75 Cucumber and put in a cheese cloth and squeeze out all the liquid.
- Chop 15 g Fresh mint, crush 2 Garlic clove and grate 15 g Fresh ginger.
- Put 400 g Plain yogurt in a large bowl with the cucumber, mint, garlic, ginger, 1 tablespoon Garam masala and 1 pinch Sea salt and ground black pepper.
- Mix well.
Notes
- To maintain a traditional flavor, use toasted cumin seeds instead of garam masala if preferred.
- Fresh coriander can substitute mint if desired for a different herbal note.
- If making ahead, add cucumber just before serving to preserve texture.
- Use full-fat plain yogurt for creamier texture and richer taste.
- Chopped cucumber can replace grated without squeezing out moisture when preferred for texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 79 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1portion | |
| Calories | 79kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 13mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 58mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 253mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 300IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 141mg | 14% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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