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    Cucumber-Yogurt Spread

    Serve this refreshing spread on soft rolls with grilled chicken, sliced turkey, or fresh tomato slices.


    List of Ingredients


    • 1 (16-oz) container plain nonfat yogurt
    • 2 small cucumbers, peeled, seeded, and finely chopped
    • 2 garlic cloves, pressed
    • 6 small mint leaves, minced
    • 1/4 tsp salt
    • 1/4 tsp pepper
    • Garnishes: cucumber slices, fresh mint sprigs


    Instructions


    1. Line a mesh strainer with a paper coffee filter. Spoon yogurt into filter, and place strainer over a bowl. cover with plastic wrap, and chill 24 hours.
    2. Spoon yogurt into a bowl, discarding liquid (yogurt will have a very thick consistency). Stir in chopped cucumber and enxt 4 ingredients. Cover and chill up to 3 days. Garnish, if desired.


    Final Comments


    Yield: 2 cups.

 

 

 


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