Cucumber Raita Recipe
Cucumber raita is a traditional Indian side dish made with yogurt, cucumbers, and spices. It is typically served as a condiment with spicy Indian dishes to help cool down the palate. The yogurt in the raita acts as a natural coolant and helps balance the heat from the spices. The addition of cucumbers adds a refreshing crunch and a mild, sweet flavor. Raita is a versatile dish and can be made with a variety of ingredients like tomatoes, onions, mint, and coriander.
Ingredients
- 5 tbsp yogurt / dahi / curd
- water
- ½ cup cucumber
- 1 tsp salt or as required
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- ¼ tsp black pepper powder
- pinch Red Chilli Powder optional
- coriander leaves / cilantro optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Assemble all ingredients together to avoid last minute rush.
- Use yogurt or curd as per your choice. Yogurt might require more water while beating.
- Grate Cucumber in a bowl and squeeze out all the liquid with the help of your palms.
Cooking
- Take 5 tbsp yogurt in a bowl.
- Add little by little water to beat the yogurt. Do not add water at once. We need medium thick consistency.
- Now, add grated cucumber first to the beaten curd or yogurt.
- Then, salt, roasted cumin powder, black pepper powder. Mix well.
- Sprinkle some red chili powder or add 1 chopped green chili for more spicy Raita.
- Refrigerate for 20 mins and serve chilled.
- Enjoy Kheere ka Raita with any meal of the day.
Equipment Used for This Recipe
Step by Step Video of Recipe
Notes & Tips
- Salt & Spices: Adjust salt and spices as per your taste buds. You can also add 1 chopped green chili for spicier Raita.
- Serving: Cucumber Raita is best served chilled. However, if you need to serve immediately, use chilled water while beating the curd.
- Leftover Raita: Cucumber Raita should be consumed immediately or up to 1 day.
Nutrition Information (Note: Approximate)
Nutrition Facts
Cucumber Raita Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
20
% Daily Value*
Fat
1
g
2
%
Saturated Fat
1
g
6
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.04
g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.3
g
Cholesterol
3
mg
1
%
Sodium
594
mg
26
%
Potassium
74
mg
2
%
Carbohydrates
2
g
1
%
Fiber
0.2
g
1
%
Sugar
1
g
1
%
Protein
1
g
2
%
Vitamin A
45
IU
1
%
Vitamin B1
0.02
mg
1
%
Vitamin B2
0.04
mg
2
%
Vitamin B3
0.1
mg
1
%
Vitamin B5
0.1
mg
1
%
Vitamin B6
0.02
mg
1
%
Vitamin B12
0.1
µg
2
%
Vitamin C
1
mg
1
%
Vitamin D
0.03
µg
0
%
Vitamin E
0.04
mg
0
%
Vitamin K
2
µg
2
%
Calcium
39
mg
4
%
Iron
0.4
mg
2
%
Magnesium
7
mg
2
%
Zinc
0.2
mg
1
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.