Indian Cucumber And Yogurt Salad Cucumber Raita Food

CUCUMBER RAITA

Steps:

• Combine the yogurt, herbs, cucumber, lime zest and juice. Season with salt and pepper.

CUCUMBER RAITA

Steps:

• Stir together the cucumber, yogurt, lemon juice, mint, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate at least 3 hours, preferably overnight.

CUCUMBER RAITA

Steps:

• Grate the cucumber then drain the excess water created in the process.
• Place the grated cucumber in a large bowl then stir in the yogurt, garlic and cumin.
• Season with salt and pepper and top with mint leaves.
• Serve as a starter with pappadums or as a side dish to an Indian meal.

INDIAN CUCUMBER SALAD

Steps:

• Peel cucumbers; slice in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds. Dice the cucumbers and place in a bowl.
• Whisk together yogurt, lemon juice, sugar, cumin and mint.
• Pour over cucumbers and toss to coat.

RAITA (CUCUMBER AND YOGURT SALAD)

Steps:

• In a bowl combine all the ingredients.

INDIAN CUCUMBER RAITA

Steps:

• Place all ingredients in a bowl. It may be easier to warm the honey, as it is easier to blend with the other ingredients. Make sure the cucumber is drained well, otherwise your raita will be too watery. Mix well, and add to serving bowl.
• Sprinkle cumin over the top.
• Serve on top or on the side of your favorite Indian dish, or serve as a dipping sauce with naan bread.

CUCUMBER RAITA (CUCUMBER SALAD)

Steps:

• 1. Drain excess liquid from yoghurt by placing it in a mesh strainer or in cheesecloth for about half an hour.
• 2. Roughly chop the cucumber with its seeds and skin. Season with salt, black pepper, and lime juice. Set aside.
• 3. Transfer the drained yoghurt to a large bowl. Add cucumber mixture, cumin, and paprika. Mix well.
• 4. Allow the raita to chill for 10-15 minutes, then garnish with mint.
• 5. Serve as a cooling side dish with curried vegetables and rice.