Cucumber-Raisin Raita
Servings
8 Servings
Ingredients
- 1-1/2 c. plain fat free yogurt
- 1 tsp. grated lemon zest
- 1 tbsp. chopped fresh mint leaves
- 1 tsp. granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp. ground cumin
- 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
- 1 c. English cucumber peeled, seeded and diced 1/4-inch
- 1 c. California raisins
- Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- 1 Set a strainer lined with a paper coffee filter over a bowl.2 Place the yogurt in the filter and let it drain for 3 to 4 hours.3 Turn the thickened yogurt into a mixing bowl.4 Fold in the remaining ingredients and season with salt and pepper.
- Source: Chef Roy Harland and California Raisin Marketing Board