This delicious tasting pomegranate raita has a combination of sweet and salty taste with refreshing flavors. It requires only 10 minutes and no cooking is required.
⅓cupCucumberpeeled, seeds removed and chopped finely
½cupPomegranate arils
1 smallGreen chilichopped finely
1tablespoonCilantro or coriander leaveschopped finely
1teaspoonChaat masala
a pinchBlack pepper powder
½teaspoonRoasted cumin powder
Salt to taste
Instructions
Take the yogurt in a bowl and whisk it until it is smooth.
Add pomegranate arils, chopped cucumber, onion and cilantro. Mix well into the yogurt.
Add salt, chaat masala, black pepper and roasted cumin powder.
Mix everything together and serve. If not serving right away then keep it refrigerated and serve chilled.
Notes
Pomegranate raita tastes best when served chilled. So always start with chilled yogurt or make it ahead of time and keep it in the refrigerator for a few hours before serving.
The addition of onion is optional.
You can add mint leaves instead of cilantro for a little variation.