---
title: Cucumber Raita
servings: 4
prep time: 15 minutes
cook time: 5 minutes
source: https://mycibora.com/recipes/cucumber-raita
---

Gather @plain yogurt{400%g}, @cumin seed{1%tsp} and @fresh mint{2%tbsp}.

Grate the @cucumber{1}, sprinkle with a pinch of @salt{0.5%tsp}, and let it sit 10 minutes, then squeeze out as much liquid as you can. ~{10%minutes}

Dry-roast the cumin seeds in a small pan over medium heat until fragrant and a shade darker, about 1 minute, then crush coarsely. ~{1%minutes}

Whisk the yogurt smooth in a bowl, then fold in the squeezed cucumber, mint and @green chili{1}.

Season with the salt and half the roasted cumin.

Chill at least 15 minutes, then scatter the remaining roasted cumin on top before serving. ~{15%minutes}