Creamy Mediterranean Cucumber Salad

Lively and refreshing, this cucumber salad has beautiful, fresh herbs and lots of crunch. Try it this summer when your garden is bursting with cucumbers, and your lettuce has said goodbye. You can toss it with some romaine, if you have some, or just simply enjoy the simplicity.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 58 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 lemon, juiced and zested
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
• 20 cherry tomatoes
• 4 cups chopped English cucumber
• ¼ red onion, thinly sliced, or to taste

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, dill, mint, and parsley in the bowl of a small food processor or blender. Process until herbs are finely minced and dressing is well blended. Season with salt and pepper. Set dressing aside.

Step 2

Combine cucumber, tomatoes, and red onions in a large bowl. Lightly sprinkle vegetables with a pinch of salt. Toss vegetables with the dressing and garnish with lemon zest.