Yogurt Cucumber and Mint Green Salad
Brighten up your table with this Yogurt Cucumber and Mint Green Salad—a refreshing, no-cook dish perfect for warm days or when you’re craving something light and healthy. This salad combines crisp cucumber slices, tender mixed greens, and a creamy Greek yogurt dressing infused with the zesty tang of lemon juice, aromatic minced garlic, and a generous handful of fresh mint leaves. The dressing’s velvety texture and burst of fresh flavors perfectly complement the crunch of the vegetables. Ready in just 15 minutes, this salad is a breeze to prepare and makes an elegant side dish or a satisfying light meal. Garnished with extra mint and a drizzle of olive oil, it’s visually stunning and loaded with vibrant flavors. Perfect for fans of Mediterranean-inspired salads, this recipe is sure to become a new favorite for its simplicity and refreshing taste!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large Cucumber
- 1 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 0.5 cup Fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 clove Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 4 cups Mixed greens
Instructions
Begin by washing the cucumbers thoroughly. Peel them if desired, then slice them into thin rounds or half-moons. Set aside in a large mixing bowl.
Finely chop the fresh mint leaves and set aside a small portion for garnish.
Mince the garlic clove finely or use a garlic press for a smoother finish.
In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the plain Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and ground black pepper until smooth and creamy.
Add the chopped mint leaves (reserve the garnish portion) into the yogurt dressing and stir to combine.
In the large mixing bowl with the cucumber slices, add the mixed greens. Drizzle the yogurt-mint dressing over the vegetables.
Toss gently to ensure the greens and cucumber are evenly coated with the dressing.
Transfer the salad to a serving dish, garnish with the reserved chopped mint leaves, and drizzle an extra splash of olive oil if desired.
Serve immediately as a side dish or a refreshing light meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
480 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.6 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1272 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.5 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.3 g | ||
| Protein | 14.0 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 567 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 15.2 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 2385 mg | 51% | |
*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.
