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Onion raita in a bowl with a towel to back

Onion Raita

Safira
Onion Raita is an alternative to Cucumber Raita and is a side my mum makes all the time.  Made with Red Onions, Plain Yoghurt, a hint of Mint (Optional) and Salt. This recipe is highly adaptable and is the perfect cooling, accompaniment to a spicy meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Dip, Side
Cuisine Indian
Servings 4 as a dip/side
Calories 24 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 small Red Onions Diced
  • 200 g Plain Yoghurt
  • 6 Mint Leaves Chopped Finely
  • Salt

Instructions
 

  • Mix chopped Onions, yoghurt, salt and Mint in a bowl.

Notes

Plain Yoghurt - Adjust amount of yoghurt according to your taste. 
Storage instructions - Raita keeps well in the fridge covered in a container with a lid, for up to a day. It will be more watery and you will have to stir it all together before serving.
Variations - You can blend the mint or add mint paste, you can add coriander, roast cumin seeds, chaat masala, ground cumin, chopped green chillies, garlic, ginger, lemon juice, lime juice, a pinch of red chilli powder. You can add cucumbers, tomatoes and other veg of your choice too. 

Nutrition

Calories: 24kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 3mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 64IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 16mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Indian Dip, Onion Raita, Raita, Side Dish
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