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Photo:Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hausser, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall
Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hausser, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall
Active Time:20 minsTotal Time:20 minsServings:4Yield:4 servingsJump to Nutrition Facts
Active Time:20 minsTotal Time:20 minsServings:4Yield:4 servings
Active Time:20 mins
Active Time:
20 mins
Total Time:20 mins
Total Time:
Servings:4
Servings:
4
Yield:4 servings
Yield:
4 servings
Jump to Nutrition Facts
Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients4largecucumbers, peeled½teaspoonsalt2cupslow-fat plain yogurt2teaspoonslemon juice2-4clovesgarlic, mincedFreshly ground pepper, to taste2tablespoonschopped fresh parsley, or2tablespoonschopped fresh mint1tablespoonextra-virgin olive oil
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Ingredients
4largecucumbers, peeled
½teaspoonsalt
2cupslow-fat plain yogurt
2teaspoonslemon juice
2-4clovesgarlic, minced
Freshly ground pepper, to taste
2tablespoonschopped fresh parsley, or2tablespoonschopped fresh mint
1tablespoonextra-virgin olive oil
Directions
Cut cucumbers in half and seed. Cut each cucumber boat in half lengthwise and then halve each quarter. Cut crosswise into 1/4-inch pieces. Place in a bowl, sprinkle salt on top, toss and set aside for at least 20 minutes.
Combine yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, pepper and parsley (or mint) in a medium bowl. Stir in the oil briskly.
Drain the cucumbers, return them to the bowl, pour the yogurt mixture over and toss well.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cucumbers are about 95% water, which means they’re a great hydrating vegetable. Thenatural compounds in cucumbers, which include antioxidants, have been shown to play a role in preventing cancer cells from multiplying. Cucumbers may also help prevent diabetes. The antioxidants and minerals—specifically the mineral silica, which helps your body produce collagen—may help nourish your skin and keep it smooth and firm.
We useAmerican cucumbers, whose seed is called Americana Slicing Hybrid and are often simply labeled “cucumber” at grocery stores. These cucumbers have thicker skin than other varieties. They have large seeds that, while edible, are typically scooped out along with the pulp to remove excess moisture insalads,sandwichesand evensoups.
Absolutely! Along with parsley and mint, you can use any combination of fresh herbs, like dill or chives.
No, we don’t recommend making this cucumber-yogurt salad ahead of time. The moisture from the cucumbers will continue to release and cause the salad to become too watery. It’s best to serve the salad the day you make it. You can make the yogurt mixture ahead and refrigerate it in an airtight container for up to one day.
Yes, if you’re using American cucumbers it’s a good idea to peel their tougher skin, which is also often coated in wax to prolong their shelf life. There’s no need to peel thin-skinned varieties of cucumbers, such as English or Persian cucumbers.
To prevent cucumbers from getting too soggy, you can lightly salt them to remove excess moisture. For this recipe, we sprinkle the sliced cucumbers with salt and leave them in a bowl for at least 20 minutes. The salt draws out moisture and releases excess water from the cucumbers, keeping them crisp. The salt also helps season the cucumbers lightly before adding the yogurt mixture. We also scoop out the seeds and pulp, which can make salads watery.
Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, Charter Issue 1990
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Nutrition Facts(per serving)146Calories6gFat16gCarbs8gProtein
Nutrition Facts(per serving)
- Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)
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