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Cucumber Raita

Spoonful of cucumber raita in a bowl.
Fresh mint and lemon brighten up this cucumber raita - a refreshing Indian yogurt dish that packs a flavorful punch with minimal ingredients.
Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen - Ashley Covelli
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Servings: 4 Servings
Cuisine: Indian
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup plain yogurt I used low fat
  • ½ English cucumber peeled, seeded, and coarsely grated
  • 1 green onion thinly sliced (about 1- 2 tablespoons)
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint leaves
  • 1 lemon zested and juiced (about 1 teaspoon zest and
  • 1 tablespoon juice)
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper

Instructions
 

  1. In a medium bowl, add yogurt, grated cucumber, green onion, mint, lemon zest, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir together to until well mixed. Taste for seasoning and add more lemon juice and/or salt as needed.
  2. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

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