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A rustic bowl of creamy Cucumber Raita, garnished with cucumber slices and white edible flowers, rests on a straw mat surrounded by fresh cucumber, herbs, and a blue napkin for a refreshing touch.
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Cucumber Raita Recipe (Kheere Ka Raita)

Cucumber Raita (Kheere Ka Raita) is a creamy Indian side dish made with grated cucumbers, yogurt, and spices. Follow my easy recipe to make it.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time2 minutes
Total Time7 minutes
Course: Raita
Cuisine: Indian, North Indian
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Servings: 4 people
Author: Neha Mathur

Ingredients

  • 1 cup chilled plain yogurt (dahi, curd)
  • ½ cup chilled milk
  • ½ cup peeled and grated cucumber
  • 2 tablespoons chopped mint leaves
  • 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro (fresh coriander leaves)
  • 1 teaspoon chopped green chilies
  • ½ teaspoon roasted cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon black salt
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Instructions

  • Whisk yogurt in a bowl until smooth and creamy.
  • Add the remaining ingredients to the bowl and mix well.
    • The consistency of the cucumber raita should be thick but flowy. Add more water if needed to reach that consistency.
  • Serve immediately or refrigerate for 1-2 hours before serving.

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Nutrition

Calories: 59kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 630mg | Potassium: 168mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 125IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 117mg | Iron: 0.2mg
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