Description
This creamy crunchy garlic cucumber salad is a vibrant and flavorful side dish featuring a Greek yogurt dressing, toasted walnuts, and fresh herbs. It’s a healthy and satisfying option perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 300g (10oz) Cucumbers: sliced into thin ribbons
- 2g (1/2 tsp) Sea Salt: for drawing out moisture
- 150g (5.3oz) Plain Full-Fat Greek Yogurt: base of the creamy dressing
- 30ml (2 Tbsp) Lemon Juice: freshly squeezed
- 15ml (1 Tbsp) Olive Oil: extra-virgin
- 5g (1 clove) Garlic: minced
- 5g (1 Tbsp) Honey or Agave: optional sweetener
- 5g (1 Tbsp) Dill: fresh, chopped
- 5g (1 Tbsp) Mint: fresh, chopped
- 15g (2 Tbsp) Walnuts: toasted and chopped
- 15g (1 Tbsp) Pomegranate Arils: for sweetness and visual appeal
- Pinch Black Pepper: freshly ground
- 5g (1 tsp) Cucumber Zest: optional, for extra flavor
Instructions
- Prepare Cucumbers: Slice cucumbers thinly, salt, and let sit for 15 minutes to remove moisture.
- Toast Walnuts: Toast walnut halves at 180°C (350°F) for 5-6 minutes, then chop.
- Make Dressing: Whisk together yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, honey (optional), dill, mint, zest (optional), and pepper.
- Marinate Cucumbers: Pat cucumbers dry, toss with half the dressing, and let rest for 5 minutes.
- Combine & Finish: Add remaining dressing, walnuts, and pomegranate arils; toss gently.
- Serve & Garnish: Arrange on a chilled plate and garnish with dill, pomegranate, and mint.
Notes
For best results, serve immediately or chill briefly. Toasting the walnuts enhances their flavor. Adjust seasonings to your preference.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Cold
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: cucumber salad,yogurt,garlic,walnuts,pomegranate,healthy,side dish,greek,refreshing,easy