Beetroot Raita

Directions

• Clean the beetroot and cut off the top and bottom portions. 
• Peel the skin with a peeler
• Place it in a microwaveable bowl with a cup of water and microwave for about 5 mins
• Turn the beetroot and microwave for a few more minutes
• Put a knife thru it to see if its cooked
• Allow it to cool and then grate the beet with a fine grater
• Add the grated beets to the yogurt
• Heat oil in a small pan
• Add the mustard seeds and once it splutters add the urad dal
• Once the dal is golden brown , add the red chilly and switch off the stove
• Add the asafoetida
• Add the seasoning to the yogurt beet mixture
• Add salt according to taste