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Source: CanolaInfo Test Kitchen | Category: Appetizers, Heart-Smart

Cucumber Raita

Raitas are used as a cooling dish with spicy Indian dishes.

Cucumber Raita recipe made with canola oil

Ingredients

  • 1/2 Tbsp canola oil 7 mL
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded, shredded
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped white onion 125 mL
  • 2/3 cup non-fat plain yogurt 150 mL
  • 2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro 30 mL
  • 1 tsp granulated sugar 5 mL
  • 1/2 tsp rice wine vinegar 2 mL
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin 2 mL
  • Dash of hot sauce
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1/2 Tbsp canola oil2 cloves garlic, minced1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded, shredded1/2 cup finely chopped white onion2/3 cup non-fat plain yogurt2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro1 tsp granulated sugar1/2 tsp rice wine vinegar1/2 tsp ground cuminDash of hot sauceSalt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Instructions

  • 1. In small skillet, set on medium heat, heat canola oil. Add garlic and cook stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Transfer to bowl.
  • 2. Add cucumber, onion, yogurt, cilantro, sugar, vinegar, cumin and hot sauce. Stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Serve with pita bread, toasted tortillas or as side salad or condiment.

Yield

1 1/2 cup (375 mL)

serving size

6 Tbsp (90 mL)

nutritional analysis

Per Serving

Calories60
Total Fat2 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Carbohydrates9 g
Fiber1 g
Protein3 g
Sodium100 mg

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