Almond and Raisins Raita
Almond and Raisin Raita is a creamy, nutritious, and delicious Indian side dish that pairs well with spicy curries, biryanis, and pulao. This recipe is gluten-free and vegetarian, making it suitable for many dietary preferences. It is also a great source of protein and calcium, thanks to the yogurt. However, people with a dairy allergy should avoid this dish. If you have a nut allergy, you can omit the almonds and still enjoy the raita.
Allergen Information: Contains Dairy Allergy, Nut Allergy
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
149 kcal
Protein
7 g
Carbs
20 g
Fat
6 g
Fiber
2 g
Ingredients
Pepper, black
1 pinch (3g)
Common salt
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Skimmed milk Curd (Homemade)
1 cup (200g)
Chopped Almonds (soaked & Peeled)
2 tbsp (20g)
Dried raisins
2 tbsp (30g)
Fresh Coriander Leaves (chopped)
2 tbsp (10g)
Roasted Cumin powder
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Instructions
Cooking Steps
In a mixing bowl, whisk the curd until smooth.
Add the chopped almonds and raisins to the curd and mix well.
Sprinkle in the roasted cumin powder, coriander leaves, salt, and a pinch of black pepper. Stir to combine all the ingredients evenly.
Taste the raita and adjust the seasoning if needed. You can add more salt or spices to suit your taste.
Transfer the almond and raisins raita to a serving bowl.
Serve it.
NotesNutritional values are approximate and may vary depending on the specific ingredients used.
Community Reviews & Results
Juhi Malhotra
"Prepped this during a busy workday, and I'm really happy with how easy and practical it was to prepare. The clean ingredients made a noticeable difference in overall freshness. Will be making this again very soon."
Ishita Pillai
"Prepped this during a busy workday, and this Almond and Raisins Raita recipe exceeded all my expectations. Even my family couldn't tell this was a clean, diet-friendly dish! Highly recommended for anyone focused on clean eating!"
Rahul Nair
"Tried making this last night, and it was light on digestion while being super quick to cook. The texture was amazingly soft, aromatic, and very satisfying. Will be making this again very soon."
Swati Nair
"Tried making this last night, and this health-focused Almond and Raisins Raita blew me away with its authentic flavor. Even my family couldn't tell this was a clean, diet-friendly dish! Highly recommended for anyone focused on clean eating!"