This is ideal with kebabs (we like it with Mint Kebabs), though it also goes well with fried chicken etc.
Cucumber Salad
A simple, spicy salad - easy and quick to make.
Servings: 3
Cost: £4
Ingredients
- 2 large English cucumbers or 4 small Persian cucumbers, finely diced/sliced
- 1 cup full-fat Greek or plain yogurt
- 1-2 garlic cloves finely minced
- 1 tbsp fresh mint finely chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice or fresh lime juice
- ½ tsp chili powder red pepper flakes, or cayenne (adjust to your preferred spice level)
- ½ tsp sea salt plus a pinch to salt the cucumbers
- Extra-virgin olive oil for drizzling
Instructions
Prep the Cucumbers:
- Sprinkle diced cucumbers with a pinch of salt and place them in a colander for 15-20 minutes. (This draws out excess water so the salad stays thick and creamy).
- Press the cucumbers firmly to drain the liquid.
Make the Dressing:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, chili powder, and salt until smooth and combined.
Combine:
- Fold the drained cucumbers and the chopped fresh mint into the yogurt dressing.
