Cucumber and mint salad
Fresh and zesty cucumber and mint salad featuring crisp cucumbers, aromatic shallots, coriander, and spearmint, all tossed in a creamy Greek yogurt dressing with a hint of lime. Perfect as a light side dish or refreshing starter.
- 07 Jun 2024
- Cook time 0 min
- Prep time 30 min
- 6 Servings
- 9 Ingredients
Cucumber and mint salad is a refreshing and healthy dish that's perfect for a light lunch or a side at your next gathering. Combining the crispness of cucumbers with the aromatic notes of mint, coriander, and lime, this salad is both easy to prepare and delightful to eat. The addition of Greek yogurt brings a creamy texture that ties all the ingredients together beautifully.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Wash the cucumbers thoroughly.
- Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds or half-moons, as preferred.
- Place the sliced cucumbers in a large salad bowl.
- Peel and thinly slice the shallots.
- Add the sliced shallots to the bowl with the cucumbers.
- Roughly chop the coriander leaves.
- Roughly chop the spearmint.
- Add both the coriander leaves and spearmint to the bowl with the cucumbers and shallots.
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lime juice, and water.
- Mix well until the dressing is smooth and creamy.
- Add the lime zest to the yogurt mixture and stir thoroughly.
- Pour the yogurt dressing over the cucumber, shallot, and herb mixture in the salad bowl.
- Toss everything together until the cucumbers and herbs are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper to taste, if desired.
- Optionally, garnish with additional chopped mint or coriander leaves for a fresh touch.
- Serve the cucumber and mint salad immediately or chill it in the refrigerator for about 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Tips:
- Choose fresh and firm cucumbers for the best texture and flavor. If your cucumbers are large, consider removing the seeds to prevent the salad from becoming too watery.
- For a stronger flavor, allow the salad to sit in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving to let the ingredients meld together.
- If you prefer a less intense garlic flavor, you can roast the garlic cloves before adding them to the salad.
- Feel free to adjust the lime juice and zest to your taste. Adding more lime can give the salad a brighter, tangier flavor.
- To make the salad more substantial, consider adding additional ingredients like cherry tomatoes, red bell peppers, or slices of avocado.
This cucumber and mint salad is a quick and simple recipe that delivers big on flavor. It's ideal for hot summer days when you want something cool and refreshing. The combination of cucumbers, herbs, lime, and creamy yogurt creates a delicious harmony that will surely become a favorite. Serve it chilled and enjoy the burst of fresh flavors!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 180 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 44kcal | 2% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 2.30g | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 8g | 2% |
| Fiber 1.11g | 3% |
| Sugar 3.82g | 4% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 0.83g | 1% |
| Saturated 0.37g | 1% |
| Cholesterol 1.72mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 9ug | 1% |
| Choline 12mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 0.05mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 0.09mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 0.20mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 0.10mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B9 14ug | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 0.10ug | 4% |
| Vitamin C 7mg | 8% |
| Vitamin E 0.07mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K 24ug | 20% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 40mg | 3% |
| Copper, Cu 0.07mg | 0% |
| Iron, Fe 0.47mg | 4% |
| Magnesium, Mg 22mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus, P 60mg | 5% |
| Potassium, K 290mg | 9% |
| Selenium, Se 1.80ug | 3% |
| Sodium, Na 8mg | 1% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.39mg | 4% |
| Water | |
| Water 160g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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