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Yogurt Cucumber Raita

A cool, creamy yogurt sauce with crunchy cucumber, red onion, and fresh herbs. Perfect as a side dish or dip.

Total time
15 min
Servings
4
Calories
80
Protein
4g
Yogurt Cucumber Raita
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Grate the cucumber and place in a clean kitchen towel. Squeeze out as much liquid as possible, about 1 minute.

  2. Step 2

    In a medium bowl, whisk the 2 cups yogurt until smooth and creamy.

  3. Step 3

    Add the grated cucumber, 1/4 cup chopped red onion, 2 tbsp mint, 2 tbsp cilantro, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp ground cumin to the yogurt.

  4. Step 4

    Stir everything together until well combined. Taste and add more salt if needed.

  5. Step 5

    Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to let the flavors meld. Serve chilled.

Tools you’ll need

  • box grater
  • clean kitchen towel
  • medium bowl
  • whisk
  • spoon

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