Cucumber-Mint Raita

4 servings

10 minutes

Rita is an integral part of the Indian feast, which involves another spicy curry. This appetizer helps to balance the spicy dishes of Indian cuisine and refresh the taste buds.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 38.2
• Proteins: 2.7g
• Fats: 1.2g
• Carbohydrates: 4.6g

Ingredients

• Cucumbers: 4 pc
• Mint: 0.5 bunch
• Ground cumin (zira): 1 tsp
• Natural yoghurt: 125 g

Cooking steps

1. Cut the cucumbers in half lengthwise, then in half again, and slice into pieces about 1 cm thick.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cucumbers: 4 pieces

2. We mix them with fresh mint leaves.

   Required ingredients:

   • Mint: 0.5 bunch

3. For the dressing, mix yogurt with ground cumin, pour it over cucumbers with mint, and refrigerate for at least half an hour to cool the salad.

   Required ingredients:

   • Natural yoghurt: 125 g
   • Ground cumin (zira): 1 teaspoon

4. We serve with curry or meat kebab.