Heart-Healthy Cucumber Yogurt
Creamy, refreshing, and bursting with wholesome flavors, this **Heart-Healthy Cucumber Yogurt** recipe is the ultimate guilt-free indulgence. Featuring crisp grated cucumber, tangy low-fat Greek yogurt, aromatic fresh herbs like dill and mint, and a zesty touch of lemon juice, this dish is as nourishing as it is delicious. Perfectly seasoned with garlic, olive oil, and a hint of salt and pepper, it’s a heart-smart choice rich in protein and brimming with vitamins. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe makes an ideal chilled snack, side dish, or dip. Serve it alongside whole-grain bread or crunchy veggie sticks for a light yet satisfying bite. Whether you're embracing healthy eating or looking for a vibrant appetizer to share, this cucumber yogurt delivers a winning combination of freshness and nutrition!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium cucumber
- 2 cups low-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
Instructions
Wash and dry the cucumbers. Using a vegetable peeler, peel the cucumbers, reserving some of the skin for texture, if desired.
Cut the cucumbers in half lengthwise, remove the seeds with a spoon, and grate them using a coarse grater.
Place the grated cucumber in a bowl and sprinkle lightly with a pinch of salt to help remove excess moisture. Let them sit for a few minutes, then place in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
In a medium bowl, combine the drained cucumber and Greek yogurt.
Finely chop the fresh dill and mint, then add them to the cucumber-yogurt mixture.
Finely mince the garlic clove and add it as well.
Add lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and olive oil to the mixture.
Stir everything together until well incorporated. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Refrigerate the cucumber yogurt for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Before serving, give it a quick stir and garnish with extra fresh dill or mint if desired.
Serve chilled as a snack, side dish, or dip with whole-grain bread or veggie sticks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
564 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.2 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 49 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 1359 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.6 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.5 g | ||
| Protein | 52.9 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 736 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1513 mg | 32% | |
*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.
