Refreshing and flavorful, cucumber lime raita is a delightful yogurt-based dish that is perfect for summer gatherings or as a side dish to spicy meals. Originating from the Indian subcontinent, raita is a versatile condiment that can be made with a variety of ingredients, but cucumber and lime are a classic combination that offers a cooling and tangy contrast to rich or spicy dishes. This recipe provides a step-by-step guide to making cucumber lime raita, along with variations such as adding mint, cilantro, or roasted cumin for extra flavor and texture. Additionally, a vegan version of the raita is included, using coconut yogurt as a substitute for dairy yogurt. Whether you are looking for a light and refreshing snack or a flavorful accompaniment to your favorite dishes, this cucumber lime raita recipe has something for everyone to enjoy.
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CUCUMBER RAITA RECIPE
This Cucumber raita is refreshing, cooling and comforting to the palate. You can make this just under 10 minutes with only a few ingredients. Serve it as a side in any meal, with biryani or pulao.
Provided by Swasthi
Categories Side
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Rinse cucumber and peel it. Chop to tiny bite size pieces (about ¼ to ½ inch). If you prefer you may even grate it. Grated cucumbers let out moisture so make sure you use only greek yogurt if you want to grate them. Otherwise cucumber raita becomes runny.
- Also fine chop coriander and mint leaves (optional).
- Deseed the green chilli and chop. (optional)
- Whisk chilled yogurt in a large mixing bowl.
- Add chopped cucumber, green chilies, coriander leaves, mint leaves and salt. Mix all of them.
- Taste test and add more salt if needed. Drizzle cumin powder, ground black pepper & chaat masala (optional).
- Serve cucumber raita as a side in an Indian meal. It is usually eaten with Vegetable biryani or chicken biryani.
- Cucumber raita is best served fresh but can be chilled for a few hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 141 kcal, Carbohydrate 14 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 24 mg, Sodium 458 mg, Sugar 10 g, Fiber 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CUCUMBER RAITA
Steps:
- Combine the yogurt, herbs, cucumber, lime zest and juice. Season with salt and pepper.
CUCUMBER RAITA
Serve this cool, refreshing salad with my Lamb Tagine and Moroccan Couscous on this site. Make the salad early in the day and keep in the refrigerator to let the flavors blend and intensify. Add more mint to taste, but do not substitute dried mint; the flavor is just not the same.
Provided by BenevolentEmpress
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes
Time 3h15m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Stir together the cucumber, yogurt, lemon juice, mint, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate at least 3 hours, preferably overnight.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 49.7 calories, Carbohydrate 2.8 g, Cholesterol 7.5 mg, Fat 3.3 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 61.7 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
CUCUMBER-LIME RAITA
Cool cucumber adds crunch and texture to this classic Indian yogurt dip, brightened by lime and cilantro. Serve it as a condiment alongside spicy foods like curry or jerk chicken.Yield: 1 1/2 cups
Provided by Food Network Canada
Categories breakfast,Citrus,Indian,vegetables,Yogurt
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine the cucumber and 1 teaspoon salt in colander set over a bowl, toss to combine and let stand for 30 minutes.
- Use your hands to squeeze as much moisture as possible from the cucumbers, then transfer them to a bowl. Stir in the yogurt, cilantro and lime zest and juice. Season the raita with more salt and pepper then cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to use, up to 2 days.
CUCUMBER RAITA
Provided by Food Network
Time 4h
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Line a colander with cheesecloth or muslin. Place a large bowl under the colander. Place yogurt in colander and let sit at room temperature for about four hours or cover and refrigerate overnight. Discard the liquid that has drained into the bowl and proceed with the recipe. Add the onion, cucumber, lemon juice, mint and cilantro and mix well.
COOL CUCUMBER RAITA
Provided by Tyler Florence
Categories condiment
Time 40m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Put the yogurt, cilantro, cumin, lemon juice, and salt and pepper, to taste, into a blender and puree until the mixture is smooth and green. Pour it into a bowl and fold in the cucumber and mint. Refrigerate at least 1/2 hour before serving to allow the flavors to develop. Taste and adjust the seasoning before serving and drizzle with a little olive oil.
CUCUMBER RAITA
Steps:
- Combine ingredients in a food processor and pulse 3 times to just chop up the cucumber. The raita should be nice and creamy from the yogurt but still have texture from the cucumber.
SPICED CUCUMBER RAITA
Steps:
- 1. Toast the cumin and coriander seed in a small hot pan over medium heat, 3 to 5 minutes, or until toasted. Process the seeds in a spice grinder until powdery.
- 2. Combine the spice powder with the yogurt, cucumber, 2 tablespoons cilantro, lime juice, vegetable oil, and chile with 1 tablespoon water in a bowl. Top with remaining cilantro.
- 3. Grill or toast the naan until warm, brush with butter. Serve the raita with the warm naan.
CUCUMBER AND RADISH RAITA
This can be spicy or not, depending on what you are serving it with and your taste for heat. Cucumber raita (without the radishes) is a classic accompaniment to curries, but I like it on its own and spooned over grains. It's also very nice with salmon.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories easy, quick, condiments, salads and dressings
Time 5m
Yield 3 cups (6 servings)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine all the ingredients. Taste and adjust salt and other seasonings. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 64, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 1 gram, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 349 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams
CUCUMBER AND CILANTRO RAITA
When the season permits, you can change this dish into a jewel-studded pomegranate raita: simply substitute pomegranate seeds for the cucumber and cilantro. In either case remember to add a good pinch of salt to the yogurt.
Provided by Nigella Lawson
Categories easy, quick, side dish
Time 5m
Yield 1 1/4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, combine yogurt and salt. Mix well. Add scallion, cucumber and cilantro. Mix again, and transfer to a small serving bowl.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 81, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 364 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams
CUCUMBER RAITA
Serve this raita as a refreshing side dish with grains or with any curry. Or enjoy it on its own for lunch.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories easy, quick, condiments
Time 20m
Yield Serves 4 as a side dish
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cut the cucumber into very small dice or grate on the large holes of a grater. Sprinkle with a generous amount of salt, toss and let sit in a colander in the sink for 15 minutes. Rinse briefly and squeeze dry in a kitchen towel. Transfer to a bowl.
- Beat the yogurt with a fork or a whisk and add the cayenne and garam masala. Toss with the cucumbers. Add the cilantro and chile and toss again. Taste and adjust salt. Chill until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 72, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 303 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams
POTATO CURRY WITH LIME & CUCUMBER RAITA
This colourful Indian dish with a refreshing yoghurt sauce is great for vegetarians, or try serving to meat eaters with lightly spiced lamb
Provided by Sarah Cook
Categories Dinner, Main course
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large pan and fry the mustard seeds, chillies and curry leaves until the seeds start to pop. Add the onions and fry until softened and starting to brown. stir in the spices, add the tomatoes and fry for 5 mins. Add the potatoes and stir to coat. Pour in the coconut milk with 200ml water. Bring to the boil and simmer for 20-25 mins, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are just tender.
- To make the raita, mix all the ingredients together with some seasoning.
- If the curry looks a little too saucy, scoop out the potatoes with a slotted spoon into another dish, then boil the sauce until reduced a little. stir the potatoes back in to heat through, and season well (this curry needs a good sprinkling of salt). serve with warmed Indian bread and a dollop of raita.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 383 calories, Fat 21 grams fat, SaturatedFat 13 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 43 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 12 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 9 grams protein, Sodium 0.35 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Choose fresh and ripe cucumbers: Fresh cucumbers have a deep green color and firm texture. Avoid cucumbers with yellowing skin or soft spots.
- Peel the cucumbers if desired: Peeling the cucumbers is optional, but it will give the raita a smoother texture.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the cucumbers: This will help to prevent the cucumbers from becoming bruised.
- Use fresh lime juice: Fresh lime juice has a brighter and more flavorful taste than bottled lime juice.
- Add the yogurt and spices to taste: The amount of yogurt and spices you add will depend on your personal preferences.
- Chill the raita before serving: Chilling the raita will help to develop the flavors and make it more refreshing.
- Serve the raita with your favorite Indian dishes: Cucumber lime raita is a great accompaniment to grilled meats, curries, and rice dishes.
Conclusion:
Cucumber lime raita is a refreshing and flavorful Indian side dish that is easy to make. It is a great way to add some extra flavor and nutrition to your meals. With its bright and tangy taste, cucumber lime raita is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.
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