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