Creamy Cucumber Salad

Keep your kitchen “cool as a cucumber” with this refreshing chilled Creamy Cucumber Salad that earns big points as a healthy side dish option.

Serves: 8

Preparation Time: 15 min

Ingredients

• 3 large cucumbers
• 1 small onion, grated (about 1/2 cup)
• 2 cups plain yogurt
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon dried mint leaves (see Option)
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Peel cucumbers and slice in half lengthwise. Scoop out seeds and coarsely chop cucumbers; place in a large bowl.
    
2. Add remaining ingredients to cucumbers; mix well. Serve immediately, or cover and chill until ready to use.

Option

When fresh mint is available, go ahead and use it. Coarsely chop 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves and use it in place of dried mint.

Another refreshing cucumber salad you're sure to like is our Marinated Cucumber Salad.