Ingredients

• 1 English hot-house cucumber, peeled and diced
• 1/2 red bell pepper, finely diced
• 6 ounces plain yogurt
• 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Put all ingredients in a bowl and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Chill, covered, for at least 1 hour.
2. Cook's Note: Raitas are yogurt salads that are designed to counter-balance the spiciness of Indian foods.