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Cucumber Raita served in a bowl with sliced cucumber as garnish
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Cucumber Raita (Kheere ka Raita)

Cucumber Raita or Kheera Raita is an aazing summer dish which is made with grated or chopped cucumber and curd (also known as yoghurt). It pairs well with most Indian dishes.
Course Side Dishes
Cuisine Indian, North Indian
Diet Diabetic, Gluten Free, Hindu, Vegetarian
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 35kcal
Author Richa

Ingredients

  • 1 Cup Curd plain unsweetened yoghurt or greek yogurt
  • ½ Teaspoon Roasted Jeera Powder cuming powder
  • ¾ Teaspoon Rock Salt sub with plain salt
  • 1 Cup Grated Cucumber

Instructions

  • Whisk together curd, jeera powder and salt in a bowl until it is smooth.
  • Squeeze out all the excess water from the grated cucumber. Do this a few times. This will ensure your raita doesn't stays thick and creamy
  • Add in grated cucumber and mix to combine. Sprinkle chilli powder on top and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 35kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 455mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 29IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 63mg | Iron: 1mg