Veg Raita | Mix Vegetable Raita
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Veg Raita | Mix Vegetable Raita
Description
This Mix Vegetable Raita starts with smooth, well-whisked yogurt as a creamy base. A variety of finely chopped fresh vegetables including carrot, bell pepper, cucumber, tomato, and onion are added to contribute crunch and subtle natural sweetness. Black pepper and roasted cumin powder introduce warmth and fragrance, while salt adjusts the overall seasoning.
The raita’s combination of fresh vegetables and cool yogurt creates a light, crisp side dish that helps temper richer or spicier foods. It is typically served immediately to maintain the crisp texture of the vegetables and can be garnished with freshly chopped coriander leaves for added freshness.
This versatile raita can be adapted by substituting or cooking vegetables according to preference or dietary needs. Adjust seasoning with black salt or rock salt to attain a mildly tangy flavor that complements many Indian or fusion meals.
Ingredients
- 1 cup curd (yogurt or dahi) - dairy or plant based
- 1 carrot (small to medium) - peeled and chopped finely or grated
- 1 bell pepper (small-sized), capsicum or shimla mirch - red, orange, yellow or green - chopped finely
- 1 cucumber (medium-sized) - peeled and chopped finely
- 1 tomato (medium-sized) - finely chopped
- 1 onion (small-sized), finely chopped
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin powder roasted
- black salt or edible rock salt or regular salt, as required
- 1 to 2 tablespoons Coriander leaves optional, chopped
Instructions
- Rinse the vegetables first. Peel and finely chop all the vegetables. Set aside.
- Whisk the yogurt (curd or dahi) till smooth.
- Add the ground spices and salt. Mix well.
- Add the finely chopped veggies and stir them into the yogurt.
- Check the taste and add more of the spice powders or salt if required.
- Serve the vegetable raita immediately. Garnish with some chopped coriander leaves if you like.
Notes
- Use Greek yogurt for creamier texture if desired.
- Steam or blanch vegetables that might be hard or difficult to digest raw.
- Adjust lemon juice or add a small amount to cashew yogurt-based raita for slight tartness.
- Fresh coriander garnish adds brightness and aroma but is optional.
- Feel free to substitute vegetables according to availability and personal preference.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 3Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 97 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 97kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 11mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 833mg | 35% |
| Potassium | 498mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 3841IU | 77% |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) | 1mg | |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 1mg | |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 1mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 1mg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 1µg | 42% |
| Vitamin C | 42mg | 47% |
| Vitamin D | 1µg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 1mg | |
| Vitamin K | 15µg | |
| Calcium | 138mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B9 (Folate) | 37µg | |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 35mg | 9% |
| Phosphorus | 130mg | |
| Zinc | 1mg |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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