Low Fat Cucumber and Mint Yogurt Salad
Cool, creamy, and irresistibly refreshing, this Low Fat Cucumber and Mint Yogurt Salad is the perfect side dish or healthy snack for any occasion. Featuring crisp English cucumber slices, aromatic fresh mint, tangy lemon juice, and a light, velvety dressing made with low-fat yogurt, this salad is as nourishing as it is delicious. A hint of minced garlic adds a savory kick, while a dash of salt and black pepper rounds out the flavors beautifully. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring no cooking, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for busy weekdays or summer gatherings. Serve it chilled to enjoy a guilt-free, low-fat dish that’s hydrating, flavorful, and packed with garden-fresh goodness. Keywords: low-fat salad, cucumber mint yogurt salad, healthy summer side, refreshing side dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium English cucumber
- 1 cup Low-fat plain yogurt
- 10 leaves Fresh mint leaves
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 small Garlic clove
Instructions
Wash the English cucumber thoroughly under cold water. Slice it in half lengthwise and remove the seeds using a small spoon.
Cut the cucumber halves into thin slices, about 1/4 inch thick, and place them in a medium-sized bowl.
Peel and mince the garlic clove, then add it to the bowl with the cucumber slices.
Finely chop the fresh mint leaves and add them to the cucumber and garlic mix.
In a separate small bowl, combine the low-fat plain yogurt, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Stir until smooth and well-blended.
Pour the yogurt dressing over the cucumber mixture. Gently toss everything together until the cucumber slices are evenly coated with the dressing.
Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or lemon juice if desired.
Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish or a healthy snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
208 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.8 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 14 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 1373 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.0 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.5 g | ||
| Protein | 15.2 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 510 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 1120 mg | 24% | |
*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.
