Butternut squash raita is a cool creamy accompaniment made with yogurt and cooked butternut squash.
Kaddu (butternut squash) raita is a delicious raita made with fresh squash and lightly crushed cumin seeds. It is healthy, nutritous and pairs well with Indian meals.
This simple and easy pumkin raita comes together in less than 20 minutes. It is vegan, gluten-free and oil-free, it made with just 5 ingredients.
The creamy yogurt works well with spicy Indian food. You may also like cucumber raita, mixed fruit raita or tomato raita.
Ingredients notes
Butternut squash - You can use any pumpkin for this recipe. It can be white, yellow or red.
Yogurt - plain yogurt or greek yogurt works fine too.
Red chilli powder
Cumin seeds - lightly toasted tastes even better.
Coriander leaves - finely chopped
Salt
Serving suggestion
Butternut squash raita can be served alongside everyday Indian meals or can be included in Diwali Dinner Menu or Indian Thanksgiving Dinner Menu.
Perfect alongside paratha or dal paratha for a simple lunch or for dinner with curries such as masala rajma or chana saag.
Kaddu Ka Raita goes well with savoury rice dishes such as Biryanis and Pulao. I really enjoy with this Indian fried rice and Garlicky Baby Potato Pulao.
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a day. After this it looses taste and texture. I do not recommend freezing raita.
Other Squash Recipes
Butternut Squash and Cannellini Beans Soup
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Kaddu Raita (Butternut Squash Raita)
Equipment
- 1 pan
Ingredients
- 1 cup butternut squash peeled and diced
- 2 cup yogurt
- salt
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds roasted and lightly crushed
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 2 tablespoon coriander leaves finely chopped
Garnish
- coriander fresh
- pomegranate seeds optional
Instructions
- In a pan add water and pumpkin/butternut squash pieces.
- Bring it to boil on medium heat and cook until tender, (approximately 6-7 minutes)
- Or cook kaddu in a microwave with a little water until tender.
- Mash it well using a fork or spoon and leave aside to cool completely.
- Then add yogurt, salt, red chilli powder and crushed cumin seeds. Mix well.
- Garnish with freshly chopped coriander.
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Notes
Nutrition
PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Share on Facebook Pin This RecipeNote – This recipe has been updated from our recipe archives with new images and content, but the recipe remains the same. First published in February 2010.
Unknown says
Good, you spoke out to the ladies. I get irritated when someone kicks the seat, specially when they are not kids. Coming to your recipe its absolutely delicious, my granny used to make this during shravan month, it tastes yummy!!
Sasmita says
This one is totally new for me, sure will give a try 👍🏻
Shreya says
This isn't a brand new idea for me, never used yogurt and pumpkin for a raita/dip...amazing!! ❤️❤️
Lathiya says
Refreshing thought of making raita.. awesome idea and looks delicious
Aish Das-Padihari says
I have been thinking about making something with pumpkin for some time now and good to get this idea from you.
Freda says
Butternut squash in raita in new to me! It looks amazing, fab pics as always 🙂
Sanchita says
nice idea..never made it ..will give it a try 🙂
Mahimaa's kitchen says
very new recipe to me.. never made it. thanks a ton for your entry.. would love to try.
manisha says
i like it!!!!!nice recipe make to easy
Aparna says
wonderful recipe!!!!
Malar Gandhi says
raita, is the best way to have these vegetables, with vitamins still intact, yumm:)
Sayantani Mahapatra Mudi says
Raita is fav with paratha or roti. this is a new Raita will definitely try this.
Hiperica di Lady Boheme says
I love this recipe, is really delicious! Thanks for your nice comment. Kisses
Joanne says
I definitely would have spoken out as well! You are paying to see that movie and so you should enjoy it without interruptions!
This dish looks amazing. I am passionate about butternut squash and have never seen it used like this. It is bookmarked!
jcookingodyssey says
mean allow it