Raita

I am a spice wuss so if I'm making anything with a kick I like a cooling side. This receipe has a nice depth of flavour with the spices as well as the herbs.

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup plain yogurt 

• 1/2 cup cucumber, finely diced or grated

• 1 tbsp finely chopped red onion (optional, sub chives or green onion)

• 2 tsp lemon or lime juice, more to taste

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1/2 tsp ground cumin

• 1/2 tsp coriander

• 2-3 tbsp fresh mint leaves, chopped

• 2-3 tbsp fresh coriander, chopped

• 1/4 tsp salt, more to taste

• 1/4 tsp pepper

Instructions

1. Place all ingredients in a bowl and stir.

2. Garnish with fresh herbs.

3. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

4. Raita will keep 4-5 days in the fridge.