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Easy Boondi Raita
5 from 18 votes

Easy Boondi Raita

Easy Boondi Raita blends whisked plain yogurt with crispy boondi beads seasoned with salt, roasted cumin, and red chili powder. The cool, creamy base contrasts with the crunchy, spiced boondi, creating a refreshing side dish or condiment. It's best served fresh, with a consistency that can be adjusted to preference by thinning with water or milk.

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 2
Calories: 155 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Indian

Ingredients

  • 1 Cup PLAIN yogurt whisked
  • 1/3 Cup boondi plain
  • 1/4 Teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 Teaspoon cumin powder roasted
  • 1/4 Teaspoon red chili powder
  • cilantro for garnish

Instructions

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  1. In a bowl add chilled whisked yogurt.
  2. Add all the spices red chili powder, salt, roasted cumin powder to the whisked yogurt and mix it well.
  3. Add boondi to the yogurt, mix it and garnish it with cilantro leaves.
  4. Boondi Raita is ready. Serve it immediately.

Notes

  • Adjust the raita's consistency by adding cold milk or water as preferred.
  • If using masala boondi, reduce spices accordingly since it is already seasoned.
  • Prepare and serve the raita fresh for optimal texture and flavor.
  • Use plant-based yogurt to make a vegan-friendly version.
  • Be cautious adding boondi quantity to avoid the raita becoming too thick as boondi absorbs moisture.

Nutrition Information

Calories 155kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 18g (6%) Protein 9g (18%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g (6%) Monounsaturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 16mg (5%) Sodium 365mg (15%) Potassium 373mg (8%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 8g (16%) Vitamin A 210IU (4%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 163mg (16%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 155

% Daily Value*

Calories 155kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 18g 6%
Protein 9g 18%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 16mg 5%
Sodium 365mg 15%
Potassium 373mg 8%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 8g 16%
Vitamin A 210IU 4%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 163mg 16%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.