Low Carb Traditional Cucumber Raita

Cool, creamy, and bursting with refreshing flavors, this Low Carb Traditional Cucumber Raita is the perfect side dish or dip to elevate any meal. Crafted with hydrating grated cucumber, rich full-fat Greek yogurt, and a fragrant blend of fresh cilantro, mint, and ground cumin, this guilt-free recipe is both satisfying and quick to prepare in just 10 minutes. Optional chaat masala adds a tangy twist for those seeking extra flavor depth. Low in carbs and loaded with natural herbs, this raita pairs beautifully with spicy curries, grilled meats, or even as a light, cooling snack. Serve it chilled to enjoy the full burst of zesty, herbaceous goodness—it’s a must-have addition to your healthy recipe repertoire!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

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Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

1 medium Cucumber
1 cup Full-fat plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon Fresh mint leaves
0.5 teaspoon Cumin powder
0.5 teaspoon Chaat masala (optional)
0.25 teaspoon Salt
0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel the cucumber and grate it on the coarse side of a box grater.

Step 2

Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much excess water as possible to ensure the raita doesn't become watery.

Step 3

Finely chop the fresh cilantro and mint leaves.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, cilantro, and mint.

Step 5

Add the cumin powder, chaat masala (if using), salt, and black pepper to the bowl.

Step 6

Stir the mixture until everything is evenly combined.

Step 7

Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 8

Refrigerate for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 9

Serve chilled as a side dish or dip.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(453.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	280.4

Total Fat 13.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 48mg	0%
Sodium 755.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 18.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.6g	0%
Total Sugars 9.9g
Protein 16.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 296.0mg	0%
Iron 2.1mg	0%
Potassium 690.5mg	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: 46.2%

Protein: 25.2%

Carbs: 28.6%