Creamy Mediterranean Cucumber Salad

Lively and refreshing, this cucumber salad has beautiful, fresh herbs and lots of crunch. Try it this summer when your garden is bursting with cucumbers, and your lettuce has said goodbye. You can toss it with some romaine, if you have some, or just simply enjoy the simplicity.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings
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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1 lemon, juiced and zested

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

  • sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

  • 4 cups chopped English cucumber

  • 20 cherry tomatoes

  • ¼ red onion, thinly sliced, or to taste

Directions

  1. Combine Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, dill, mint, and parsley in the bowl of a small food processor or blender. Process until herbs are finely minced and dressing is well blended. Season with salt and pepper. Set dressing aside.

  2. Combine cucumber, tomatoes, and red onions in a large bowl. Lightly sprinkle vegetables with a pinch of salt. Toss vegetables with the dressing and garnish with lemon zest.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

58 Calories
4g Fat
6g Carbs
1g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 58
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4g 5%
Saturated Fat 1g 4%
Cholesterol 1mg 0%
Sodium 48mg 2%
Total Carbohydrate 6g 2%
Dietary Fiber 2g 5%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 1g 2%
Vitamin C 22mg 25%
Calcium 24mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%
Potassium 224mg 5%

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

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.