Cucumber Raita

Indian name: Cucumber Raita Properties of Cucumber Raita Taste: Sweet Quality: Light and Dry Potency: Madur Medicinal properties of Cucumber Raita (Cucumber Raita)  This recipe is good for UTI (urinary tract infection), Dysuria and excessive thirst. It is also good for persons who are suffering from excessive sweating. It is easily digestible and improves appetite. It is good for diabetes patients who complain of dryness of mouth. This drink helps in lubrication of mouth. It is also good for persons who are trying to lose weight. Dosha analysis of Cucumber Raita  This recipe helps in pacification of Pitta dosha and Kapha dosha. It can increase Vata dosha if taken in large amount. Thus, Vata persons should take this in small amount. Ingredients Plain Yoghurt (without cream) - 1 cup Grated cucumber- 1/2 cup Chopped coriander - 1 tsp Cumin seeds - 1/2 tsp Pinch of Hing (Asafetida) Salt Black Pepper Preparation  Mix plain yoghurt with three cups of water and beat it well. Mix the grated cucumber with curd; add salt and black pepper in desired quantity. Fry a pinch of hing with cumin seeds and mix this with the curd. Your raita is ready. Serve it cold.