Recipe: Cold Cucumber & Yogurt Soup [edit]

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[edit] Ingredients

2

med. cucumbers (1 lb.), peeled, seeded

finely diced

½

tsp. salt

2

cloves garlic, finely minced

1

tbsp. olive oil (opt.)

1

tsp. dried dillweed or 1 tbsp. snipped fresh dill

4

c. plain low-fat yogurt

Freshly ground pepper to taste

1

tbsp. finely chopped fresh mint (opt.)

[edit] Preparation

Step 1

1. Place diced cucumbers in colander; sprinkle with salt, tossing to coat. Let stand for 15 to 30 minutes; drain.

Step 2

2. In large serving bowl or tureen, combine drained cucumbers, garlic, oil (if desired), dill and yogurt. Mix well.

Step 3

3. Chill for at least 1 hour. Before serving, check seasonings and adjust to taste. Add mint, if desired. Dilute with ice water if soup is too thick.

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