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Raita Recipe

Beat the heat with this incredibly easy and refreshing Cucumber Raita, a classic Indian yogurt salad! Light, low-calorie, and bursting with flavor, this recipe is perfect as a side dish or a light lunch. Ready in just 10 minutes, this recipe is a delicious and healthy addition to any meal. Adapted from a recipe found in Beltane Papers Magazine.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 228.1 kcal
Protein 25g
Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Raita

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How to Make Raita

  1. Finely chop 1 cucumber and ½ cup of red onion.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine 1 ½ cups plain yogurt (Greek yogurt works well!), the chopped cucumber, and red onion.
  3. Add 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh cilantro and ½ teaspoon of ground cumin.
  4. Season with a pinch of cayenne pepper (to taste) and ½ teaspoon of curry powder.
  5. Gently stir to combine all ingredients.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld. Garnish with extra cilantro before serving (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

68g

Fat

38g

Carbs

5g

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