Cucumber Raita: Dr. Weil's Recipe of the Day

Cucumber Raita


1 Serving

Ingredients
2 large cucumbers, peeled, seeded, and chopped
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon salt
2 cups plain, nonfat yogurt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Black pepper to taste

Instructions


Mix the cucumbers, onion, and salt in a bowl. Let stand for 1/2 hour.
Drain off liquid, rinse well with cold water, and drain; then soak in cold water to remove as much salt as desired. Drain well.
Add the yogurt, cumin, and pepper. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutritional Information:

Per serving:
109 calories
0 g total fat (0 g sat)
3 mg cholesterol
20 g carbohydrate
8 g protein
3 g fiber
450 mg sodium