Tomato-Mint Raita

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

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 149 Calories

Ingredients

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

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

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.