Raita: Yogurt Salad

Ingredients

• 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

Directions

Place the yogurt in a fine mesh strainer set over a bowl and drain for 1 hour. Discard the liquid in the bowl.

Place the drained yogurt in a medium bowl. Add the remaining ingredients and stir well to combine. Place, covered, in the refrigerator for 1 hour to cool and blend. Stir well and serve.