Cucumber Salad
Refreshing and vibrant, this Cucumber Salad is a delightful blend of crisp cucumbers, protein-rich chickpeas, and a creamy herb-infused vinaigrette. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a quick lunch, this Mediterranean-inspired dish bursts with flavor thanks to the addition of za’atar and fresh mint.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large English cucumber
- 1 (14-ounce) can chickpeas
- ¼ red onion
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- Fresh lemon juice
- Garlic cloves
- Fresh mint
- Za’atar seasoning
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh mint
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- ¼ cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
- ¼ cup chopped fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
Instructions
- For the dressing, whisk together Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped mint, salt, pepper, and za’atar in a small bowl until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced cucumber, drained chickpeas, red onion, parsley, mint leaves, and dill. Toss gently.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad mixture and toss until evenly coated.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for maximum freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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