Recipe: Pomegranate Cucumber Raita (12 months - 18 months)

Summers are here and if you are looking for a refreshing and nutritious recipe for your baby, this is all you need. All the ingredients, be it pomegranate, cucumber or curd, are rich in essential nutrients. The recipe is good for your baby’s gut health and aids in digestion. It also provides your child with antioxidants and vitamin C, which boosts their immunity. 

Preparation Time: 5-7 minutes

Ingredients:

• Curd - 120-250 grams

• Pomegranate pearls 2 Tbsp (30 gm)

• Cucumber Grated 2 Tbsp (35 gm)

• Coriander Leaves Chopped 1 Tsp (2-3 gm)

• Green Chilli Paste- 1/4 Tsp (optional)

• Jeera Powder- 1/8 Tsp

• Salt 1/4 Tsp

Servings: 1-2

Recommended serving size: ½ medium katori

Nutritive Value (per serving):

Method:

Step 1: In a bowl add 1/2 cup curd and whisk until smooth.

Step 2: Add pomegranate pearls, cucumber, 1/4 tsp green chili paste, 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp jeera powder

Step 3: Give it a nutty Twist by adding white sesame seeds paste

Step 4: Garnish with 1 tsp chopped coriander leaves.

Step 5: Refrigerate and serve.

About Expert:

Ms. Jyoti Pachisia is a highly experienced Consulting Dietitian, Content Writer, Certified Diabetes Educator and Certified Renal Nutritionist. She currently serves as an Adjunct Faculty at the Institute of Management Studies, Mukundpur and as a Guest Faculty at the Dolphin School of Hotel Management, Kalyani.