Cucumber Raita

From EatingWell:  Spring 2003Subscribe Now!

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Raita is used in Indian cuisine as a cooling balance for spicy dishes. Try it with curries or as a condiment for grilled meat or poultry.


Cucumber Raita Recipe

1 1/2 cups

Active Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup low-fat plain yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 small clove garlic, minced
  • 1 small cucumber, peeled, seeded and diced
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint

Preparation

  1. Combine yogurt, lime juice, garlic, cucumber, cumin, salt, pepper and mint in a small bowl. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to blend.

Tips & Notes

  • Make Ahead Tip: Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.

Nutrition

Per tablespoon: 8 calories; 0 g fat (0 g sat, 0 g mono); 1 mg cholesterol; 1 g carbohydrates; 1 g protein; 0 g fiber; 32 mg sodium; 36 mg potassium.

Exchanges: Per tablespoon = free food

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