Cucumber-Mint Raita

Raita is a popular Indian side dish that is known for its cooling properties and is often served with spicy dishes to balance the flavors.

This is vegetarian, gluten free and low carb recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 6.

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Cucumber-Mint Raita

Cooking Method: Mixing Cuisine: Indian Courses: Lunch, Side Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Low Carb Vegetarian

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 10 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 280

Best Season: Summer

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Cucumber
• 1 cup Yogurt
• 2 tablespoon Mint Leaves
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Cumin Powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

1. Peel and grate the cucumber.
2. In a bowl, mix the grated cucumber, yogurt, mint leaves, cumin powder, salt, and black pepper.
3. Let the raita rest in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
4. Serve chilled as a side dish with your favorite Indian meal.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 70kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 4g2%

Sugars 2g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.