It's light, delicious, creamy and easy to make. It's made with Greek-style yogurt which is naturally thicker than other yogurt varieties so you might be fooled into thinking it's full of fat and calories... wrong! I buy the Fage brand which is available in 2% or 0% fat, and it's d-lish! Plus it's a good source of calcium and protein.
Ingredients:
1 or 2 English Cucumbers
7 oz Plain Greek Yogurt
1/4 cup Fresh Mint leaves
big handful of Flat Parsley leaves
2 Garlic Cloves
Lemon juice (or a light vinegar such as rice or apple cider)
Salt and Pepper
Capers* Optional
Evenly slice the cucumbers (skins on or off, you decide) - approximately 1/8" thick. If you have a food processor, use it! The slicing will take all of 2 seconds and uniformity will be insured. Chop the mint and parsley. Finely mince the garlic (or run it through a garlic press). Mix the yogurt, herbs and garlic together. Add just enough lemon juice (or vinegar) to thin to the consistency of a thick dressing. Salt and pepper to taste. Toss the cucumbers with the yogurt mixture. For fun throw in a few capers! Garnish with more capers and herbs.
And there you have it ... ENJOY!
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