Carrot Raita

Brighten up your meal with this refreshing and flavorful Carrot Raita, a creamy Indian yogurt dip that’s as nutritious as it is delicious! Made with finely grated carrots, creamy plain yogurt, and a fragrant tempering of cumin seeds, this raita is a perfect blend of cooling, tangy, and subtly spiced flavors. A hint of green chili adds just the right kick, while freshly chopped cilantro elevates the dish with a burst of freshness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-fuss side dish pairs beautifully with aromatic biryanis, fluffy pulao, or soft Indian breads, bringing balance to spicy and hearty main dishes. Whether as a quick accompaniment or a cooling dip, this Carrot Raita is a must-try addition to your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium-sized Carrots
• 1.5 cups Plain yogurt
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 small Green chili
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 teaspoon Oil

Directions

Step 1

Wash and peel the carrots. Grate them finely using a box grater or a food processor.

Step 2

Finely chop the green chili and fresh cilantro leaves. Set them aside.

Step 3

Heat a small pan over medium heat. Add the oil and cumin seeds. Allow the seeds to sputter and release their aroma (about 30 seconds). Remove from heat.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, whisk the yogurt until smooth and creamy.

Step 5

Add the grated carrots, chopped green chili, and salt to the yogurt. Mix well to combine.

Step 6

Pour the tempered cumin seeds and oil into the yogurt mixture and stir to evenly distribute the flavors.

Step 7

Sprinkle the black pepper powder and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro leaves.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Serve the carrot raita cold as a side dish with pulao, biryani, or any Indian bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(550.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	347.4

Total Fat 11.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 22.1mg	0%
Sodium 1543.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 41.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.9g	0%
Total Sugars 32.7g
Protein 21.7g	0%

Vitamin D 176.4IU	0%
Calcium 762.2mg	0%
Iron 3.3mg	0%
Potassium 1437.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.5%

Protein: 24.2%

Carbs: 46.3%