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Raita (Yogurt-Dill Sauce)

Raita (Yogurt-Dill Sauce) recipe

Raita is a popular accompaniment in Indian and Middle Eastern cuisines. It is known for its cooling and refreshing properties, making it a perfect complement to spicy dishes.

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.

Cooking Method
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Difficulty Beginner
Time
Prep Time: 10 min Rest Time: 30 min Total Time: 40 mins
Servings 4
Calories 280
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Ingredients
  • 1 cup Yogurt
  • 1 small Cucumber
  • 2 tablespoon Fresh Dill
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Cumin Powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon Red Chili Powder
Instructions
  1. Grate the cucumber and squeeze out the excess water.
  2. In a bowl, whisk the yogurt until smooth.
  3. Add the grated cucumber, chopped dill, salt, cumin powder, and red chili powder to the yogurt.
  4. Mix well until all the ingredients are combined.
  5. Cover the bowl and let the raita rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Serve chilled as a side dish or condiment with your favorite meal.
Nutrition Facts

Servings 4


Amount Per Serving
Calories 70kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g10%
Total Carbohydrate 2g1%
Sugars 1g
Protein 3g6%

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