First remove the leaves and stems of the beetroot. Then scrub very well and wash it to remove any dirt.

Then cook the beetroot till it is soft. You can steam it or pressure cook it or boil it.

Check the beetroot by inserting a small knife, if it goes in easily then it's cooked.

After cooking the beetroot, peel it and chop it. Keep it aside.

Take yogurt in a bowl.

Add roasted cumin powder, red chili powder and salt.

Mix well till yogurt is smooth and masala is mixed well.

Now add cooked, chopped beetroot.

Mix well. The color of the yogurt will get pink because of the juice from beetroot.

Chill the raita in the fridge.