If you are looking for a quick, healthy, and flavorful Indian side dish, this mixed veg raita is a must-try. Made with fresh curd, crunchy cucumber, onion, tomato, amla, and ginger, this homemade raita pairs perfectly with stuffed parathas, rotis, pulao, or biryani. The addition of roasted jeera powder and fresh coriander gives this cucumber raita a refreshing taste that makes every meal more enjoyable.
Unlike regular plain raita, this vegetable raita has a beautiful mix of textures and flavors. Even those who usually prefer salads over curd-based dishes will enjoy this refreshing Indian raita recipe.
Ingredients Required
- ½ cup fresh curd (yogurt)
- ½ cup chopped cucumber
- ½ cup chopped onion
- ½ cup chopped tomato
- A pinch of grated amla
- Few ginger juliennes
- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
Spice Mix
- 1 tsp freshly roasted jeera powder
- A pinch of hing (asafoetida)
- Salt as needed
How to Make Mixed Veg Raita
- Deseed the cucumber and tomato, then finely chop them along with the onion.
- If you prefer spicy flavors, add finely chopped green chilli.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the curd until smooth.
- Add coriander leaves, chopped vegetables, grated amla, and ginger juliennes.
- Mix in roasted jeera powder, hing, and salt.
- Combine everything well and chill for a few minutes before serving.
Your healthy homemade mixed veg raita is ready to enjoy.
Serving Suggestion
This easy Indian raita tastes delicious with carrot paratha, stuffed parathas, chapati, pulao, biryani, or even simple dal rice. The cooling curd combined with crunchy vegetables makes it a perfect summer side dish.
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