Pineapple Raita

Name: Pineapple Raita
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 2 cups fresh pineapple, diced; 2 cups plain Greek yogurt, whisked; 1/2 tsp roasted cumin powder; 1/4 tsp red chili powder; 1/4 tsp black salt; 1 tsp granulated sugar; 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, finely chopped

A sweet, savory, and cooling yogurt condiment studded with juicy pineapple and warm Indian spices.

10 minEasyServes 4110 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 cups fresh pineapple, diced
2 cups plain Greek yogurt, whisked
1/2 tsp roasted cumin powder
1/4 tsp red chili powder
1/4 tsp black salt
1 tsp granulated sugar
2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, finely chopped

Instructions

1

Whisk 2 cups whisked plain Greek yogurt in a medium bowl until smooth and creamy.
2

Stir in 1/2 tsp roasted cumin powder, 1/4 tsp red chili powder, 1/4 tsp black salt, and 1 tsp granulated sugar until combined.
3

Fold in 2 cups diced fresh pineapple and 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh mint leaves.
4

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving.

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Questions

What can I use instead of Greek yogurt in Pineapple Raita?

The entry for Pineapple Raita calls for 2 cups plain Greek yogurt, whisked. In its place: Sour cream, measure for measure, or regular yogurt strained for an hour.

Can I make Pineapple Raita less spicy?

Yes. The heat in Pineapple Raita comes from 1/4 tsp red chili powder. For a milder plate, halve the chili powder; nothing else in the method changes.

Can I make Pineapple Raita dairy-free?

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

Is Pineapple Raita vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 2 cups plain Greek yogurt, whisked. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan side collection.

How many carbs are in Pineapple Raita?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 18 g of carbohydrate in about 110 calories, with 4 g protein and 3 g fat, plus 1 g fiber and 180 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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