Go Back

Simple Cucumber Raita Recipe - Raita With Cucumber Recipe

A refreshing side dish made with cucumbers, yogurt, and spices. Mix, chill, and serve cold. Perfect with curries or biryanis. Enjoy the cool and tangy flavors!
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Indian, Pakistani
Servings: 2 Person

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Chopped Cucumber
  • 1 1/2 cup Yogurt
  • 3-4 Chopped Garlic Cloves
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Black Pepper
  • 1/3 tsp Salt or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp Crushed Cumin (Zeera)

Instructions

  • Begin by washing the cucumber in running water. Scrub the skin of the cucumber with salt and wash it again thoroughly to remove any dirt or germs.
  • Chop the cucumber into small cubes, and also chop some garlic cloves separately, setting them aside.
  • In a bowl, lightly whisk the yogurt.
  • Add the chopped cucumber, garlic, salt, ground black pepper, and crushed cumin to the bowl of yogurt.
  • Mix all of the ingredients together thoroughly, and you're finished! The cucumber raita is now ready to be served on a table.