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Cucumber and Mint Ribbon Salad with Lemon-Yogurt Dressing
A light and refreshing salad with delicate cucumber ribbons, fresh mint, and a tangy lemon-yogurt dressing. Perfect as a starter or side dish.
Prep Time
10 minutes
Total Time
10 minutes
Calories
65
Level
Easy
Yields
4 servings
Cost
£0.71
Ingredients
Servings
4
1largeEnglish Cucumber(Also known as a seedless cucumber)
£0.90
0.3cupFresh Mint(Finely chopped)
£0.60
0.5cupPlain Greek Yogurt(Full-fat or low-fat)
£0.75
2tablespoonsLemon Juice(Freshly squeezed)
£0.30
1teaspoonLemon Zest(From the lemon used for juice)
£0.10
1teaspoonHoney(Or maple syrup, to taste)
£0.15
0.3teaspoonSalt(Or to taste)
£0.01
0.3teaspoonBlack Pepper(Freshly ground, or to taste)
£0.02
Total Cost
£2.83
£0.71 per serving
The Method
- 1
Use a vegetable peeler to create long, thin ribbons of cucumber. Discard the seedy core.
- 2
In a mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, honey, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
- 3
Gently toss the cucumber ribbons and chopped mint with the lemon-yogurt dressing.
- 4
Serve immediately or chill for later. Garnish with extra mint leaves, if desired.
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My Notes
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Nutrition Information
Nutrition per serving (160g)
65 kcal / 272 kJ
Carbs
7g
3% of RDA
Fat
2g
3% of RDA
Protein
6g
12% of RDA
Detailed Breakdown
Fibre
1 g
3% of RDA
Sugar
4 g
4% of RDA
Sodium
160 mg
7% of RDA
Saturated Fat
1 g
5% of RDA
Chef's Tips
For a prettier presentation, curl the cucumber ribbons before tossing with the dressing.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the dressing for a touch of heat.
This salad pairs exceptionally well with grilled chicken or fish.
Cooking Equipment
Vegetable peeler
Mixing bowl
Whisk
Wine Pairings
No wine pairing suggestions available for this recipe.
Complete the Meal
Main Course
Greek Lemon Herb Chicken & Orzo Salad
A vibrant and flavorful Greek lunch featuring lemon-herb marinated chicken, fluffy orzo pasta, fresh vegetables, and a tangy feta crumble. This dish is perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.
50 minutes
4 servings
Easy"Pairs perfectly with this starter"
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