Vegetable Raita

Vegetable Raita is a refreshing Indian yogurt-based side dish that combines creamy yogurt with a medley of crunchy vegetables. This low-carb version is perfect for breakfast, offering a delicious way to start your day while keeping your carb intake in check.

Ingredients

• Plain Greek yogurt - 200 grams
• Cucumber - 100 grams, finely chopped
• Tomato - 50 grams, finely chopped
• Red onion - 30 grams, finely chopped
• Green chili - 1 small, finely chopped
• Cilantro (coriander leaves) - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Roasted cumin powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, add the plain Greek yogurt and whisk until smooth and creamy.
2. Add the finely chopped cucumber, tomato, red onion, and green chili to the yogurt.
3. Sprinkle in the salt, black pepper, roasted cumin powder, and lemon juice.
4. Gently fold the mixture until all the vegetables are well combined with the yogurt.
5. Finally, add the chopped cilantro and give it one last gentle mix.
6. Serve the Vegetable Raita chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 200 mg
• Cholesterol: 10 mg
• Total Fat: 4 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in probiotics from yogurt, promoting gut health.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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