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Cucumber raita in a white bowl, garnished with fresh cucumber slices and cilantro.

Cucumber Raita

Amelia MapstoneAmelia Mapstone
Whip up this quick 20-minute Cucumber Raita recipe! A creamy, garlicky, and cooling dip that's the perfect counterpoint to any spicy dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Indian
Servings 2 servings
Calories 98 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 medium English cucumber peeled if desired and grated
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt plus more to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon roasted cumin powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions
 

  • In a bowl, whisk the plain yogurt until smooth. Add the finely grated cucumber, salt, roasted cumin powder, coriander, ground black pepper, and garlic. Stir well to combine.
  • Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro. Allow the raita to chill in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes before serving for best flavor.
    Creamy cucumber raita in a white bowl, garnished with fresh cucumber slices and cilantro.

Nutrition

Calories: 98kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 351mgFiber: 1g
Keyword Cucumber Raita
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