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Cucumber Raita
A soothing and refreshing side dish made with yogurt, cucumber, and spices. This Indian-inspired raita is perfect for balancing spicy meals.
⏱10 min🍽4 servings📊easy
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Ingredients
- ●1 cup yogurt plain, unflavored
- ●1 medium cucumberpeeled, grated
- ●1 tsp garam masalaground
- ●1/2 tsp cumin powderground
- ●1/4 tsp cayenne pepperoptional
- ●1/4 tsp saltto taste
- ●2 tbsp chopped cilantrooptional
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Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, whisk together yogurt, garam masala, cumin powder, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- 2
Add the grated cucumber to the bowl and mix well.
- 3
Season the raita with salt to taste.
- 4
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- 5
Just before serving, garnish with chopped cilantro (if using).
- 6
Serve the cucumber raita chilled, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.