Cucumber and Cilantro Raita

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When the season permits, you can change this dish into a jewel-studded pomegranate raita: simply substitute pomegranate seeds for the cucumber and cilantro. In either case remember to add a good pinch of salt to the yogurt.

by Nigella Lawson·published 2005-03-02

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IndianEasy, Quick, Side Dish

Servings

1 1/4 cups

Total time

5 min

Calories / serving

81 kcal

Ingredients (5)

serves

1 cup plain yogurtyogurt
Scant 1/2 teaspoon saltsalt
2 tablespoons finely chopped scallionscallion
1/2 cup finely diced peeled cucumbercucumber
1/4 cup chopped cilantrocilantro

Instructions (1 steps)

01In a medium bowl, combine yogurt and salt. Mix well. Add scallion, cucumber and cilantro. Mix again, and transfer to a small serving bowl.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 81 kcal
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