Raita is yoghurt seasoned with salt, pepper and crushed roasted cumin seeds Fresh vegetables of own choice - carrots to make Carrot Raita, tomatoes to make Tomato Raita, or cucumber to make Cucumber Raitas - are cut in fine cubes tossed in the yoghurt together with garden peas, finely chopped onions and green chillies Mashed potatoes are also added to make Potato Raita At times Chilli and Pepper powder are sprinkled on the yoghurt to make Masala Raita A popular side dish especially on hot days