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Mixed Vegetable Raita

A refreshing yogurt side dish loaded with crunchy cucumbers, ripe tomatoes, and aromatic toasted spices.

15 minEasyServes 480 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups plain whole milk yogurt, whisked
  • 1/2 cup English cucumber, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup plum tomato, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1/2 tsp roasted cumin powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Whisk 2 cups whisked plain whole milk yogurt in a large bowl until completely smooth.

  2. 2

    Fold in 1/2 cup finely diced English cucumber, 1/2 cup finely diced plum tomato, and 1/4 cup finely diced red onion.

  3. 3

    Add 1/2 tsp roasted cumin powder and 1/2 tsp salt, then stir gently to combine.

  4. 4

    Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro and serve cold.

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Questions

What can I use instead of cilantro in Mixed Vegetable Raita?

The entry for Mixed Vegetable Raita calls for 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped. In its place: Flat-leaf parsley with a squeeze of lime, for anyone who tastes soap. The dish loses its signature note but stays fresh.

Can I make Mixed Vegetable Raita dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Mixed Vegetable Raita is 2 cups plain whole milk yogurt, whisked. Swap the yogurt for an unsweetened coconut or soy yogurt. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Is Mixed Vegetable Raita low-carb?

A serving of Mixed Vegetable Raita carries 6 g of carbohydrate, 1 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 30 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 6 percent.

How many carbs are in Mixed Vegetable Raita?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 6 g of carbohydrate in about 80 calories, with 4 g protein and 4 g fat, plus 1 g fiber and 220 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How long does Mixed Vegetable Raita keep?

Refrigerate what is left of Mixed Vegetable Raita within two hours and eat it within three days. It is served cold; there is nothing to reheat. Leafy parts wilt first; store them apart if you can.

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