Name: Creamy cucumber raita in minutes
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: ½ cucumber, chopped into tiny cubes (lightly squeeze out extra water); 2 cups thick plain yogurt (Greek works well); 1 tsp ginger and garlic paste; ½ tsp roasted cumin powder (optional but adds depth); Salt, to taste; Black pepper, a pinch; 1 chili, chopped (optional for heat); Squeeze of lemon juice (optional, for brightness); Fresh coriander leaves, chopped, for garnish

Description

Add this simple Cucumber raita side to your meal and see how it changes the whole plate.

Ingredients

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1/2 cucumber, chopped into tiny cubes (lightly squeeze out extra water)
2 cups thick plain yogurt (Greek works well)
1 tsp ginger and garlic paste
1/2 tsp roasted cumin powder (optional but adds depth)
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, a pinch
1 chili, chopped (optional for heat)
Squeeze of lemon juice (optional, for brightness)
Fresh coriander leaves, chopped, for garnish

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Instructions

Chop the cucumber finely and press gently with a paper towel to remove excess water.
Stir together yogurt, ginger garlic paste, cumin powder, salt, and black pepper.
Fold in the cucumber and chili if using.
Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice and coriander on top.
Chill for 10 minutes before serving if you have time; it tastes even better cold.

Notes

Created, prepared, tried, and tested by Bobby