Tomato Raita

Cool, creamy, and bursting with fresh flavors, Tomato Raita is the perfect side dish to elevate your Indian meals! This easy-to-make yogurt-based condiment combines the tangy sweetness of juicy tomatoes, the subtle heat of green chili, and the earthy aroma of toasted cumin for a delightful burst of flavor. Seasoned with a hint of black pepper and garnished with vibrant cilantro, this raita pairs beautifully with biryani, pulao, or spicy curries, balancing bold flavors with its refreshing taste. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, this versatile dish can be served chilled or at room temperature, making it a go-to for summer feasts or weeknight dinners alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Plain yogurt (curd)
• 2 pieces Tomatoes (medium-sized)
• 1 piece Green chili
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Sugar (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and finely dice the tomatoes and green chili. Keep them aside.

Step 2

Roughly chop the fresh cilantro leaves and keep ready for garnish.

Step 3

In a small, dry skillet, lightly toast the cumin seeds over medium heat until aromatic, about 1-2 minutes. Remove them from the heat and let them cool, then grind them into a coarse powder using a mortar and pestle or spice grinder.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, whisk the plain yogurt until it is smooth and creamy.

Step 5

Add the chopped tomatoes and green chili to the yogurt, mixing gently to combine.

Step 6

Stir in the toasted cumin powder, salt, black pepper powder, and sugar (if using). Mix thoroughly.

Step 7

Garnish the raita with fresh cilantro leaves before serving.

Step 8

Serve chilled or at room temperature as a side dish with biryani, pulao, chapati, or any spicy curry.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	660 grams (660.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	294

Total Fat 13.30g	17%
Saturated Fat 7.60g	38%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 46mg	15%
Sodium 1374mg	60%
Total Carbohydrate 32.00g	12%
Dietary Fiber 4.30g	15%
Total Sugars 26.10g
Protein 15.90g	32%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 507mg	39%
Iron 4mg	20%
Potassium 1317mg	28%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.5%

Protein: 20.4%

Carbs: 41.1%