- By Bornika Das
- Fri, 25 Apr 2025 10:09 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Summer Raita Recipes: As the summer season rolls in, staying cool becomes the top priority. Thus, the season calls for food that is cooling, light on the stomach and has hydrating properties. Although chilled drinks and frozen treats take the centre stage, people cannot miss out on the soothing and satisfying bowl of creamy and tangy raita. Raita is considered to be the most loved side accompaniment to beat the summer heat. Made with fresh yoghurt and some other flavourful ingredients, raita helps regulate body heat, aids digestion and hydrates the body. Raita is a versatile cooling condiment that can be paired with spice-laden dishes like parathas, biryani, pulao or can be consumed as a standalone dish and is a must-have in the summer season that can be made in just 10 minutes.
Raita is quick and easy to prepare, requires minimal effort and just needs a few ingredients. A variety of raita can be made using vegetables like cucumber, beetroot, onions and others, as well as boondi, fruits and herbs can be added as per preference. Besides, the addition of spices like roasted cumin, black salt, and chaat masala enhances the taste and makes it more delicious and appetising. Here are five refreshing raita recipes that can be made in 10 minutes and are perfect for the summer season.
Quick And Easy Raita Recipes For Summer
Cucumber Raita
This is the most classic and loved raita of all time. Known for its cooling properties, cucumber raita is easy to prepare, requiring 10 minutes or less. You can just grate or finely chop the cucumber into small pieces. Mix it with whisked yoghurt and add a pinch of black and white salt, roasted cumin powder and black pepper for flavour. Garnish with fresh mint leaves for that extra refreshing effect.
Beetroot Raita
This is one of the healthiest raita options in the summer season. This raita recipe is loaded with iron, has cooling properties and helps in digestion, which makes it perfect for the hotter months. Make this by grating the beetroot and mixing it with yoghurt, salt, roasted cumin and a blend of other spices as per requirement. Serve cool.
Mint And Coriander Raita
Loved for its aromatic flavour, this raita is perfect for this season. The presence of mint and coriander leaves makes it a refreshing one. All you need to do is blend fresh mint, coriander leaves, green chilli and a little yoghurt to make a smooth paste. You can also mix it with whisked yoghurt and a pinch of salt to enjoy the cooling, digesting-boosting raita.
Fruit Raita
This raita has the perfect balance of sweet and savoury taste. Made with finely chopped seasonal fruits like apple, banana, pomegranate and pineapple, these are mixed with yoghurt, honey and a pinch of black salt. This can also be enjoyed as a dessert option, which is light as well as healthy.
Boondi Raita
The addition of crisp boondi to whisked yoghurt makes it tantalising to the taste buds. To make this raita, simply soak the boondis in water and add chilled yoghurt to make it soft. Spice it up with black salt, roasted cumin and chaat masala for the tangy twist. Boondi raita pairs excellently with stuffed parathas, pulao as well as biryani.
