Raita: Yogurt Salad

• 2 cups plain yogurt
• 1 large cucumber, peeled, seeds removed, finely chopped
• 3 tablespoons minced fresh mint leaves
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• Pinch sugar
• Pinch cayenne

1. Place the yogurt in a fine mesh strainer set over a bowl and drain for 1 hour.
2. Discard the liquid in the bowl.
3. Place the drained yogurt in a medium bowl.
4. Add the remaining ingredients and stir well to combine.
5. Place, covered, in the refrigerator for 1 hour to cool and blend.
6. Stir well and serve.

plain yogurt, cucumber, mint leaves, salt, ground cumin, paprika, sugar, cayenne

Taken from www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/emeril-lagasse/raita-yogurt-salad-recipe.html (may not work)