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Cucumber Raita

Cucumber Raita

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Cucumber Raita is a majestic, delicate, and profoundly aromatic North Indian side dish classic celebrated for its unique cooling elegance and intense refreshing profile. This recipe features fresh garden cucumbers slow-grated and mixed with a sophisticated abundance of thick yogurt and roasted cumin. Known for its sophisticated flavor and status as a soul-food icon in traditional Indian everyday dining, it represents the heart of heritage healthy vegetarian cuisine. The taste is intensely refreshing and clean, with the mint providing a unique professional-grade bright lift. This dish is a mandatory staple for hot summer lunches and festive menus. Best enjoyed chilled from the professional-grade bowl with spicy main courses.

Cucumber Raita Recipe
Kheere ka Raita
Authentic Cucumber Raita
Traditional Cucumber Raita
Best Cucumber Raita
Cool Cucumber Yogurt Salad
Healthy Raita
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time5 mins
Servings4 People
DifficultyEasy
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Ingredients

2 large Cucumbers, peeled and grated
2 cups Thick Curd, chilled
1 tsp Roasted Cumin powder
1/2 tsp Black Salt
Salt to taste
Fresh Mint leaves, chopped
Fresh Coriander leaves
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Cooking Instructions

Tips & Secrets

  • Using firm and young cucumbers is mandatory for achieving the most refreshing flavor.
  • Ensuring the cucumber moisture is squeezed out provides the absolute secret to preventing watery results.
  • The addition of fresh mint provide the essential cooling lift found in heritage recipes.
  • Always serve chilled to ensure the preservation of the cucumber's crisp texture.

Nutritional Information(Per 1 bowl (150g))

Calories

80 kcal

Protein

4g

Fat

4g

Carbs

7g

Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.