Good Recipes from Friendly Eaters
Cucumber, Garlic and Yogurt Sauce
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1 cucumber, peeled, finely diced
2 cups plain low-fat yogurt
2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed with a pinch of salt sea salt
3 tsp dried mint, crumbled and pressed through a fine sieve
1 tsp olive oil
Sprigs of fresh mint for garnish
In a medium bowl, combine the yogurt, garlic, and ¾ teaspoon salt. Add the cucumber and the dried mint; blend well. Cover and refrigerate until well chilled, about 1 hour. Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil and sprigs of fresh mint. From www.seasonalchef.com.
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