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Cucumber Mint Raita Yogurt

A refreshing yogurt-based side dish made with cucumber and mint, perfect for cooling down spicy meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: condiment, Side Dish
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 80
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup plain yogurt preferably Greek yogurt for thickness
  • 1 medium cucumber grated or finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder optional
  • 1 pinch salt to taste
  • 1 pinch black pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the yogurt, grated cucumber, and chopped mint leaves.
  2. Add cumin powder, salt, and black pepper to the mixture.
  3. Whisk everything together until well combined.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Serve chilled as a side dish with spicy Indian dishes or as a dip with flatbreads.

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