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Tarla Dalal

 11 March, 2025

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tomato onion raita recipe | onion tomato raita | pyaz tamatar ka raita | healthy onion tomato raita | with 9 amazing images. 

One of the most popular raitas in both North and South India, the tomato onion raita also called onion tomato raita combines the tangy taste of tomatoes with the sharp taste and juicy crunch of onions, to make a fabulous raita. Each ingredient used in the tomato onion raita is simply basic and consists of tomatoes, onions, green chillies, jeera and whisked curds. 

A raita is basically curds that have been whisked and flavoured with some spices or vegetables. In this case we have used onions and tomatoes in making tomato onion raita. 

This is a super quick and delicious tomato onion raita to make! When I the mood to eat raita, tomato onion raita is the quickest and easiest raita to make in 10 minutes. 

A dash of cumin seeds powder, some green chillies and a garnish of coriander go a long way in making this onion tomato raita totally irresistible. The South Indian variant includes a tempering of mustard seeds and red chillies, for a bit more spice! Enjoy this flavoursome onion tomato raita with your favourite pulao, paratha or khichdi. 

See why this is a healthy onion tomato raita recipe. Made from curds which help in weight reduction, good for your heart and build immunity. Tomatoes are a powerful antioxidant, super rich in vitamin C, good for heart. Tomatoes are a Pregnant womens friend and are rich in Folate or Folic Acid which helps your body to produce and maintain new cells, especially red blood cells

While it can be had at room temperature, the tomato onion raita tastes best when served chilled because refrigeration enhances the juiciness of the tomatoes and the creaminess of the curds. 

You may also like to try other A raita recipes like Mint Raita and Spinach Raita

Learn to make tomato onion raita recipe | onion tomato raita | pyaz tamatar ka raita | healthy onion tomato raita | with detailed step by step recipe photos and video below.

Preparation Time

10 Mins

Cooking Time

None Mins

Total Time

10 Mins

Makes

4 servings

Ingredients

Method

For tomato onion raita
 

  1. To make tomato onion raita, combine tomatoes, onions, green chillies and cumin seeds powder in a deep bowl and mix well.
  2. Add the curds, salt and coriander and mix well.
  3. Refrigerate the tomato onion raita for at least 1 hour and serve chilled.

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Tomato Onion Raita, Onion Tomato Raita recipe with step by step photos

What is a raita?

 

    1. What are Raitas ? Raita is a quintessential accompaniment for any Indian meal. It adds a refreshing note, making the heaviest of meals seem light and digestible. Simply put, raita means veggies and/or fruits in curd.
    2. South Indians temper the raita with mustard and red chillies, while in the North it is served with a sprinkling of spice powders. A raita can be standalone, like Tomato RaitaPineapple Raita or Onion Raita. Or, it can be a combo of fruits and veggies like Dill and Cucumber Raita.
    3. Often, a garnish of coriander or mint is added to give the raita a herby punch. The herb itself can be the focus of a raita, as in the case of the popular Mint Raita!
    4. You can also make fun-packed raitas like the Boondi Raita, which appeal to kids as well as adults. Get creative with the fruit-veggie combos and garnishes too.
    5. When you are in the mood for some experimentation, try garnishing your raita with crushed toasted papad just before serving. Or, add some roasted cashews or crushed peanuts for a crunchy interlude. Unleash your imagination, and you will realize the world of raitas is endless.
Method for tomato onion raita

 

    1. To make tomato onion raita recipe | onion tomato raita | pyaz tamatar ka raita | healthy onion tomato raita | in a deep bowl take tomatoes.
    2. Add onions. 
    3. Add green chillies. You can even use red chilli powder if you wish to and skip adding green chillies. 
    4. Add cumin seed powder which provides an earthy taste to our tomato onion raita.
    5. Mix well using a spoon. 
    6. Add whisked curds.
    7. Add salt and coriander. 
    8. Mix well and our tomato onion raita | onion tomato raita | pyaz tamatar ka raita | healthy onion tomato raita | is ready !! 
    9. Refrigrate atleast for half an hour and serve tomato onion raita | onion tomato raita | pyaz tamatar ka raita | healthy onion tomato raita | chilled. 
Nutrient values (Abbrv)per plate
Nutrient values (Abbrv) per serving
Energy140 cal
Protein5 g
Carbohydrates9.8 g
Fiber0.8 g
Fat6.6 g
Cholesterol16 mg
Sodium25 mg

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Jessica abraham

March 13, 2025, midnight

the most common raita at my home. I make it almost every alternate day.. I also add a tempering to it sometimes.. and a chilli powder instead of green chillies..

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