Ahara — Food as Lifestyle

Cooling Cucumber Raita

A fresh yogurt-and-cucumber side that cools and lightens a spiced meal — especially welcome in summer.

Serves 210 min
Suits:Pitta
Tastes:SweetSourAstringent
Season:Summer

Ingredients

  • 1 cup yogurt, whisked smooth
  • ½ cucumber, grated and lightly squeezed
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh mint or coriander
  • 1 pinch ground cumin
  • Salt to taste

Method

  1. Whisk the yogurt until smooth.
  2. Fold in cucumber and herbs.
  3. Season with cumin and a little salt.
  4. Chill briefly and serve alongside a warm meal.