CUCUMBER RAITA

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Serve this raita as a refreshing side dish with grains or with any curry. Or enjoy it on its own for lunch.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     easy, quick, condiments

Time 20m

Yield Serves 4 as a side dish

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 large cucumber (about 1/2 pound), peeled if waxy, seeds removed if you can't get a seedless cucumber (like a Japanese, Persian, or hothouse)
Salt
1 cup plain Greek style yogurt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne (more to taste)
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1/2 teaspoon garam masala (more to taste)
1 small serrano or Thai chile, minced (optional)

Steps:

  • Cut the cucumber into very small dice or grate on the large holes of a grater. Sprinkle with a generous amount of salt, toss and let sit in a colander in the sink for 15 minutes. Rinse briefly and squeeze dry in a kitchen towel. Transfer to a bowl.
  • Beat the yogurt with a fork or a whisk and add the cayenne and garam masala. Toss with the cucumbers. Add the cilantro and chile and toss again. Taste and adjust salt. Chill until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 72, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 303 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams

prince opoku
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I've never made raita before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. It turned out great and my family loved it.


Roy 420
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few ingredients, but they come together to create a delicious and refreshing dish.


JAMES SMITH EXALIEN
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This is a great recipe for a party. It's easy to make ahead of time and it's always a hit with guests.


Jessica Metu
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I love the cooling effect of this raita. It's the perfect way to cool down on a hot summer day.


Chnimar
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This raita is a great way to use up leftover yogurt. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat more vegetables.


Latisaw Olua
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I'm not a big fan of cucumber, but I love this raita. The yogurt and spices really balance out the flavor of the cucumber.


LocalRobloxian
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious snack. I love to dip cucumber slices into the raita.


Irfan Sial
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I love the way this raita brightens up my meals. It's the perfect way to add some freshness to a heavy dish.


Arshad Mehmood
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This raita is so versatile. I've used it as a dip for vegetables, a topping for kebabs, and even as a salad dressing.


Webster Daniel
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect side dish for grilled chicken or fish.


Susan Metcalf
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This is a great recipe for a light and refreshing side dish. I love the combination of cucumber, yogurt, and spices.


andry fameno
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This raita is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. I love the way the cucumber and yogurt complement each other.


Valencia Armstrong
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I'm always looking for new ways to use cucumbers, and this recipe is perfect. It's a healthy and delicious way to add some crunch to your meals.


Abubhaker Shiekh sab
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This raita is a wonderful addition to any Indian meal. It's the perfect way to cool down your palate between bites of spicy food.


KAS Swanson
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to make and doesn't require any special ingredients. Plus, it's a great way to get your kids to eat more vegetables.


Lerato Sehlabelo
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I'm not usually a big fan of raita, but this recipe changed my mind. The cucumber and yogurt combination is so light and refreshing, and the spices add just the right amount of flavor.


claudshahid minta
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This raita is a great way to use up all those cucumbers from the garden. It's also a healthy and delicious side dish that goes well with grilled meats or fish.


Maria Mikaele
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I love this recipe! The combination of the cucumber, yogurt, and spices is so refreshing and flavorful. I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit with my guests.


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