Cucumber Raita

Ingredients

• Plain Yoghurt (without cream) - 1 cup
• Grated cucumber- 1/2 cup
• Chopped coriander - 1 tsp
• Cumin seeds - 1/2 tsp
• Pinch of Hing (Asafetida)
• Salt
• Black Pepper

Method

1. Mix plain yoghurt with three cups of water and beat it well.
2. Mix the grated cucumber with curd; add salt and black pepper in desired quantity.
3. Fry a pinch of hing with cumin seeds and mix this with the curd.
4. Your raita is ready. Serve it cold.

Medicinal Properties of Cucumber Raita

This recipe is good for UTI (urinary tract infection), Dysuria and excessive thirst. It is also good for persons who are suffering from excessive sweating. It is easily digestible and improves appetite. It is good for diabetes patients who complain of dryness of mouth. This drink helps in lubrication of mouth. It is also good for persons who are trying to lose weight.