Wednesday, July 21, 2010

Cucumber Raita

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There are variety of cucumbers and they contain water in them mostly. In warm or hot summer season, cucumbers soothe a lot as it's very tender and watery. It keeps us cool and hydrated.Varied methods of pickles and salads can be prepared. Cucumber Raita is one of a kind to cool down. Combining cucumbers and yogurt together yields nutritive values and health benefits.



Ingredients
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Cucumber                       1 large peeled and rinsed
Salt                                 to taste
Yogurt                             2 cups
Low Fat Milk                    3 tbsps.

Method
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  • Grate the cucumber and keep aside.
  • In a bowl, take yogurt and beat until smooth. To the beaten yogurt add milk and blend well.
  • Blend until creamy tart texture. Add salt and mix well.
  • Now add grated cucumber and mix well. Combine the cucumber with yogurt mixture.
  • Cucumber Raita is ready to be served as side dish.
Note:  You can add spices of your choice if you would like.

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