CUCUMBER RAITA WITH MINT

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A cooling Indian yogurt dish that can be served as an accompaniment or as a dipping sauce. Excellent with samosas.

Provided by Sonya Jane

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ teaspoon cumin seeds
2 ½ cups plain yogurt
1 cucumber, peeled and thinly sliced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat a small, heavy skillet over medium heat. Toast cumin seeds in hot skillet until darkened and fragrant, about 5 minutes; pour into a wide bowl to cool.
  • Grind cumin seeds in a mortar and pestle into a fine powder.
  • Put yogurt in a bowl and beat lightly with a fork or whisk until smooth and creamy.
  • Stir toasted cumin seeds, cucumber, mint, salt, and cayenne pepper into the yogurt; season with black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70.1 calories, Carbohydrate 8.3 g, Cholesterol 6.1 mg, Fat 1.7 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 460.1 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

SOCCER TRENDS
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This is the perfect raita recipe for a summer party. It's refreshing, flavorful, and easy to make.


Apaz
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I'm not a huge fan of yogurt, but this raita is amazing. The cucumber and mint balance out the yogurt perfectly.


Avery Mills (Aberry)
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This raita is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the creamy yogurt and the crunchy cucumbers.


Mike Erickson
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I love how versatile this raita is. I've used it as a dip, a dressing, and a sauce. It's always delicious.


Candace Smith
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This is the best cucumber raita recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Shahmeer Shahbaz
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I've made this raita several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover yogurt and cucumbers.


Samuel Padua
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This raita is the perfect balance of creamy and tangy. It's a great way to cool down on a hot summer day.


Abdurashid Furre
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I love the addition of mint to this raita. It gives it a really unique and refreshing flavor.


Shehzad Shah
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This is my new go-to raita recipe. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly.


emily dupre
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I made this raita for a potluck and it was gone in minutes. Everyone loved it!


melvine melvo
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This raita is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the creamy yogurt and the crunchy cucumbers.


Ptp Hostel
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I'm not usually a fan of raita, but this recipe changed my mind. The cucumber and mint give it a really fresh and light flavor.


Michael chinguwo
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This raita is so versatile. It can be served as a side dish, a dip, or even a sauce. I love using it to top grilled chicken or fish.


Umar Pirzada
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I love how easy this raita is to make. It's a great way to use up leftover yogurt and cucumbers.


SK_ GAMING_YT
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This is the best cucumber raita I have ever had! The yogurt is thick and creamy, the cucumbers are crisp and refreshing, and the mint and spices are perfectly balanced. I will definitely be making this again and again.


shari martin.
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I made this raita for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the creamy texture and the bright flavors. I will definitely be making this again.


Pro peter Abuna
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This cucumber raita is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for summer. The yogurt and cucumber are cooling and refreshing, while the mint and spices add a nice flavor.