on May 02, 2022, Updated Sep 26, 2024 Raita is such a great way to complete any Indian meal, don’t you think? Whether it’s the basic everyday lunch of roti, sabzi, dal and rice or that Sunday special biryani, adding a raita to the mix always makes things more fun. Plus it also helps that making raita is such a quick and simple process – and this cucumber raita is no exception.

Ingredients for Cucumber Raita

All you need is grated cucumber, yoghurt or curd, cumin powder and salt! Yes, just four basic ingredients and you’ve a bomb raita ready in 5 minutes! Apart from the taste, the texture and consistency also play an important role in making the perfect cucumber raita. It should neither be too runny nor too thick. The perfect raita is supposed to be creamy. 

How To Make Cucumber Raita

Here’s a quick step by step to show you how to make this easy recipe While this cucumber raita tastes delicious as is, you can add onions, tomatoes, green chillies and coriander for an extra boost of flavour. Serve it with parathas, roti and sabzi, biryani or even veg pulao to make a complete meal! 

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