ngredients
- 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced or diced
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill or mint, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
Directions
Step 1:
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and slice or dice them into bite-sized pieces.
Step 2:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Step 3:
Add the cucumbers to the yogurt mixture and gently toss to coat evenly.
Step 4:
Stir in the chopped dill or mint.
Step 5:
Drizzle with olive oil if using and mix lightly.
Step 6:
Chill for 10–15 minutes before serving for best flavor.
