Cucumber and Mint Yogurt Salad

Bright, refreshing, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Cucumber and Mint Yogurt Salad is the perfect cooling side dish for hot summer days or a creamy accompaniment to your favorite grilled dishes. Featuring crisp cucumber slices tossed in a zesty dressing of rich Greek yogurt, fresh lemon juice, and fragrant mint, this salad strikes the ideal balance of tangy and herbaceous flavors. A finishing touch of crumbled feta cheese adds a delightful salty creaminess, making each bite irresistible. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for light lunches, picnics, or as a party appetizer. Serve chilled and let the vibrant flavors shine—this cucumber mint yogurt salad is a true crowd-pleaser! Keywords: cucumber mint yogurt salad, Mediterranean recipe, Greek yogurt dressing, summer salad, healthy side dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large Cucumber
• 1.5 cups Plain Greek Yogurt
• 0.5 cup Fresh Mint Leaves
• 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
• 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 1 clove Garlic
• 0.5 cup Feta Cheese

Directions

Step 1

Wash and slice the cucumber into thin rounds. If the cucumber has a thick skin, you may peel it before slicing.

Step 2

Chop the fresh mint leaves finely and set them aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the plain Greek yogurt, fresh lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Peel and mince the garlic clove, then add it to the yogurt mixture.

Step 5

Stir in the chopped mint leaves, mixing thoroughly to incorporate all the ingredients.

Step 6

Add the cucumber slices to the bowl and toss them gently with the yogurt mixture until they are well-coated.

Step 7

Crumble the feta cheese over the salad and fold it gently into the mixture.

Step 8

Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 9

Serve the salad cold, garnished with additional mint leaves if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1018.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	740.4

Total Fat 39.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.2g
Cholesterol 103.5mg	0%
Sodium 2181.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 52.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.3g	0%
Total Sugars 26.8g
Protein 56.4g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 1241.3mg	0%
Iron 13.3mg	0%
Potassium 1990.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.6%

Protein: 28.7%

Carbs: 26.8%