Raita
A quick Indian condiment prepared with yogurt and cucumber. The spices give the recipe a twist and make it scrumptious.
Ingredients
| Yogurt | 1 Cup (16 tbs) (Greek or Indian) | |
| Cucumber | 1/2 Cup (8 tbs) , deseeded, chopped | |
| Cumin powder | 1/2 Teaspoon | |
| Coriander powder | 1/2 Teaspoon | |
| Salt | To Taste | |
| For garnishing | ||
| Cayenne pepper powder | 1/4 Teaspoon | |
| Cumin powder | 1/4 Teaspoon | |
| Coriander sprig | 1 |
Directions
MAKING
1. In a mixing bowl, add the yogurt and whip with a fork or a whip. Make it as smooth as you can.
2. Add the coriander powder, and cumin powder. Mix well.
3. Season with salt to taste and then add the cucumber. Mix it well.
FINALIZING
4. Garnish with cayenne pepper powder, cumin powder, and a sprig of coriander leaves.
SERVING
5. Serve chilled
Recipe Summary
Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Calories 81Calories from Fat 36
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4 g6.2%
Saturated Fat 2 g10%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol
Sodium 249 mg10.38%
Total Carbohydrates 7 g2.3%
Dietary Fiber %
Sugars 5 g
Protein 4 g8%
Vitamin A % Vitamin C %
Calcium % Iron %
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
