Cucumber and Mint Raita Cups with Pomegranate Seeds

Cooling and refreshing raita served in individual cups, perfect as a starter or side dish.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

15 minutes

Calories

Level

Easy

Yields

4 servings

Cost

£0.93

Season:

☀️ Summer

Meal Type:

Dessert•Side Dish•Appetiser

Cuisine:

British

Main Ingredient:

Lamb

Mood:

Comfort Food•Healthy•Spicy

Ingredients

Servings

2cupsPlain Yogurt(Full-fat or low-fat, your preference)

£1.20

1mediumCucumber(Peeled, seeded, and finely diced)

£0.80

0.3cupFresh Mint(Finely chopped)

£0.60

0.5Green Chili(Finely minced, optional for spice)

£0.20

0.5teaspoonRoasted Cumin Powder

£0.15

to tasteSalt

to tasteBlack Pepper(Freshly ground)

0.3cupPomegranate Seeds(For garnish)

£0.75

Total Cost

£3.70

£0.93 per serving

The Method

1
In a medium bowl, combine the yogurt, diced cucumber, chopped mint, and minced green chili (if using).
2
Add the roasted cumin powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
3
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
4
Spoon the raita into individual serving cups or bowls.
5
Garnish with pomegranate seeds.
6
Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (150g)

98 kcal / 410 kJ

Carbs

3% of RDA

Fat

6% of RDA

Protein

18% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

1 g

3% of RDA

Sugar

6 g

7% of RDA

Sodium

60 mg

3% of RDA

Saturated Fat

2.5 g

13% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a thicker raita, strain the yogurt through cheesecloth for 30 minutes before using.

If you don't have roasted cumin powder, you can dry roast cumin seeds in a pan for a minute or two, then grind them using a spice grinder or mortar and pestle.

To make this dairy free use Coconut yoghurt.

Cooking Equipment

Mixing bowl

Measuring cups and spoons

Wine Pairings

No wine pairing suggestions available for this recipe.

Complete the Meal

Main Course

Fiery Lamb Rogan Josh

A rich and intensely flavored lamb curry with a spicy kick, inspired by the classic Rogan Josh from the Kashmir region.

2 hours 10 minutes

4 servings

Medium

"Pairs perfectly with this starter"

Dessert

Cardamom and Pistachio Kulfi with Rose Syrup

A creamy, frozen Indian dessert flavored with cardamom and pistachios, drizzled with delicate rose syrup. Perfect for cooling down after a spicy meal.

45 minutes

4 servings

Easy

"The creamy, frozen kulfi provides a comforting and cooling end to the meal, counteracting the heat of the Rogan Josh. The cardamom and pistachio offer classic Indian flavors that complement the curry spices, while the rose syrup adds a delicate floral note that balances the savory richness. It is an indulgent, yet refreshing dessert option."