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Yogurt with Cucumber

Photo of prepared Yogurt with Cucumber
Photo attribution: My Tu Duong
Ready In: 15 minutes
Serves: 4
Gluten-freeLow Added SugarVegetarian
This cooling dish is perfect with a spicy meal or on a hot day.

What you'll need

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Sharp knife
Cutting board
Medium bowl
Spatula or spoon

Ingredients

Serves 4
1 cup Yogurt plain low-fat
1/4 cup Fresh Mint chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried mint)
1 clove Garlic minced (about 1 teaspoon)
1 tablespoon Olive Oil
1/4 teaspoon Salt
1 Cucumber large, cut into cubes (about 2 cups)

Directions

1.Mix together all the ingredients in a medium bowl.
2.For smoother flavors, refrigerate for 30 minutes. Serve with warm pita bread or over rice.

Chef's Tips

  • Cucumbers can be replaced with thinly sliced romaine lettuce or coarsely chopped purslane.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 0.50 cup

Serving Per Container 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 60
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2 g3%
Saturated Fat 1 g5%
Sodium 193 mg8%
Total Carbohydrate 7 g3%
Dietary Fiber 1 g4%
Protein 4 g

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs:

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