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Cucumber Mint Raita

Cucumber Mint Raita
  • Category

    Yogurt

  • Cusine

    Indian

Ingredients

One large cucumbers, peeled, cut in half lengthwise and seeded, then grated

2 cups plain whole milk yogurt

10 large mint leaves, thinly sliced*

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin**

Pinch of cayenne

Pinch of paprika

Salt and pepper

Directions

Place grated cucumber in a sieve and press with the back of a spoon to squeeze out as much moisture as you can. Alternatively, you can place the grated cucumber in the middle of a clean tea towel, wrap the towel around the cucumber and wring out the excess moisture. Stir spices and mint into yogurt in a medium bowl. Stir in the grated cucumber. Chill until ready to serve.