Description
Brighten up your meals with this Smacked Cucumber + Tzatziki Salad! This quick and easy dish features crunchy cucumbers and a creamy tzatziki dressing flavored with fresh herbs and garlic. Perfect for warm days, BBQs, or as a light lunch, this salad is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. In just 15 minutes, you can create a refreshing side that both adults and kids will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large English cucumbers (about 500g)
- 1 cup plain whole milk Greek yogurt (240g)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the cucumbers and smack them gently with the flat side of a knife until they crack slightly to release juices.
- Cut the cucumbers into bite-sized pieces, sprinkle with salt, and let sit for 5 minutes to draw out moisture.
- In a separate bowl, mix Greek yogurt, minced garlic, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Drain excess liquid from the cucumbers and add them to the tzatziki dressing.
- Toss gently until all cucumber pieces are coated in the dressing.
- Serve immediately or chill for a refreshing experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 12mg