Cucumber-Tomato Raita

May 26, 2023May 26, 20230 17

Refreshing Cucumber-Tomato Raita Recipe

by The Chefin Sidees

Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

110

Sugar

Fat

Cucumber-Tomato Raita is a popular side dish in India, especially during summers. The recipe is simple, and it can be made in under 10 minutes! The combination of cucumber, tomato, and yoghurt makes it a refreshing and healthy side dish that everyone will enjoy. This side dish is usually served with spicy main dishes like biryani or paratha to balance the spiciness of the dish. Try out this delicious side dish on a hot summer day and enjoy the cooling effect of cucumber and yoghurt!

Instructions

1.	In a bowl, squeeze out the water from the shredded cucumber.
2.	Finely chop the garlic and mix it with the cucumber, along with diced onion and tomato.
3.	Now, add the yoghurt and mix everything well.
4.	Add salt, to taste and mix in two teaspoons of roasted cumin seeds.
5.	Serve chilled and enjoy!

PROS

Cucumber-Tomato Raita is a perfect accompaniment to spicy dishes as it helps to cool down the mouth.

The yoghurt in the recipe is a great source of probiotics, which is excellent for gut health.

This recipe is vegetarian and gluten-free.

CONS

People who are lactose intolerant or don’t like the taste of yoghurt may not enjoy this recipe as much.

Cucumber contains cucurbitacin, which can cause indigestion in some people if consumed in large quantities.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cucumber-Tomato Raita is low in calories and packed with nutrients.
The cucumber in this recipe is rich in antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties!
The tomato in this recipe is high in lycopene, which reduces the risk of chronic diseases.

	1 cucumber ( deseeded and shredded )
	1 onion ( finely diced )
	1 -2 clove garlic
	1 tomatoes ( Roma work well , diced )
	2 cups yoghurt
	salt , to taste
	2 teaspoons roasted cumin seeds