Spiced Yogurt Dip (Raita)
Plain yogurt mixed with grated cucumber, cumin powder, and fresh cilantro for a cooling side.
Total
3 min
Prep
3 min
Serves
2
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Recipe serves 2
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1/2 cup cucumber
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
- 1/4 teaspoon salt(optional)
- 1 pinch black pepper(optional)
Instructions
- 1
Grate the cucumber and squeeze lightly to remove excess water.
- 2
In a bowl, combine the plain yogurt, grated cucumber, ground cumin, and chopped cilantro.
- 3
Season with salt and a pinch of black pepper, then stir until evenly mixed.
- 4
Serve immediately or chill for up to 15 minutes for a colder dip.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
120
6% of a 2,000 kcal day
| Protein | 6 g |
| Carbohydrate | 8 g |
| Fat | 5 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 6 g |
| Sodium | 150 mg |
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