Cucumber Raita

From the Moosewood Cookbook. I have to admit I haven't tried it, but it's going into my 'Untried but Promising' file.

• Ready In: 2 hrs 20 mins
• Serves: 6
• Yields: 4 cups

Ingredients

• 1  cucumber (7-inch)
• 3  cups yogurt
• 1  teaspoon cumin seed
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 1  dash cayenne

Directions

1. Peel, seed, and coarsely grate cucumber.
2. Roast cumin seeds in heavy skillet for about 5 minutes. Grind in spice grinder or with mortar and pestle.
3. Combine all ingredients and chill.
4. Garnish with fresh mint leaves.