A rich source of omega-3 fatty acids, flax seeds are loaded with nutrients and provide numerous health benefits. With their nutty flavour and crisp texture, flax seeds make for a great addition to several dishes. Use this versatile ingredient to add that oomph to your salad dressing or a little extra pizazz to your dip! In this easy to whip up, delicious recipe for flax seed raita, we combine the goodness of flaxseed with creamy, calcium rich yoghurt to make a scrumptious raita. Bottle gourd (lauki), flaxseed and yoghurt come together with fresh mint leaves to create the perfect accompaniment to your meal.
Flax Seed Raita Recipe
Ingredients:
- 3 tbsp flaxseed, roasted and ground
- 1 cup bottle gourd (lauki), grated
- 1 cup yoghurt, whipped or well blended
- 1 heaped tbsp mint leaves, finely chopped
- 1 tsp cumin seeds (jeera), roasted and ground
- 1 cup water
- Salt to taste
Method:
- Combine the bottle gourd (lauki) with water. Cover and cook on a low flame for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Mix the cooked bottle gourd (lauki) with all the other ingredients. Blend well.
- Refrigerate for about 30 minutes and serve chilled.
- Enjoy the goodness!