Cucumber "Raita"
Refreshing and cooling cucumber raita with yogurt and spices, perfect as a side dish or accompaniment for Indian meals and grilled dishes, offering a burst of flavor and freshness.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Mix grated cucumber, yogurt, turmeric, chili powder, coriander powder, and salt together in a bowl.
- Heat the oil in a small pan.
- Add mustard seed to the hot oil and cook until it starts crackling.
- Pour the hot oil and mustard seed mixture over the yogurt and cucumber mixture.
- Mix well and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
399
kcal
20% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
Diet fit
High-fiber
Under 400 cal
Contains
Milk
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).