Raita

Raita actually means 'salad'.

This recipe should be tucked away to bring out with those spicy meals (Indian or not) as it really acts as a cooling agent and is good for digestion. It is good quite simply on its own.

So...here tis...

• 1 cup plain yougurt (natural is best...don't use vanilla flavoured)
  
• 1 cup cucumber, chopped or grated
• salt to taste
• 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 to 1 chopped hot green chili pepper
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh coriander leaves
• squeeze of fresh lemon
  

Combine all ingredients and stir thoroughly. Garnish with coriander leaves.

You may add other fresh veggies like tomatoes, onion or radish.