TOMATO-MINT RAITA

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A cool and tangy raita without cucumber. This salad goes very well with spicy Indian foods like biryani, tandoori, or kebab.

Provided by Buckwheat Queen

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup fresh mint leaves
½ cup fresh cilantro leaves
1 green bird's eye chile pepper, stemmed
2 tablespoons water
2 cups dahi (Indian yogurt)
10 ounces hothouse tomatoes
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground coriander

Steps:

  • Combine mint leaves, cilantro leaves, and green chile in a mini food processor. Pulse until blended, adding a bit of water to create a paste. Pour into a bowl and add dahi, mixing until fully incorporated.
  • Cut tomatoes in half and remove the seeds. Dice tomatoes and add to dahi. Season with ground cumin and ground coriander. Mix well, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148.5 calories, Carbohydrate 7.6 g, Cholesterol 22.5 mg, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 72.5 mg, Sugar 6 g

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