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Summer cucumber salad: A refreshing twist with yogurt, honey, and lemon

Recipe for cucumber salad. Perfect for summer.
Recipe for cucumber salad. Perfect for summer.
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8:51 PM EDT, June 29, 2024

Summer is the time when fresh vegetables reign supreme on the table. One favorite salad is cucumber salad. However, it's worth preparing it differently—the secret lies not only in replacing the cream with yogurt but also in choosing the right additions.


Cucumber salad is a classic known and loved by almost everyone. Traditionally, it is made with cream, cucumbers, dill, salt, and pepper. However, there are many ways to diversify this simple recipe and give it a new flavor dimension.

One of the more interesting ways is to replace the cream with natural yogurt, which is lighter and less caloric, while giving the cucumber salad a creamy consistency. Another interesting option is to use Greek yogurt. But that's not all. If you're looking for a delicious and light salad that perfectly complements grilled meats or fish or serves as a standalone snack, this recipe will surely appeal to you. It surprises not only with its aroma but also with its refreshing taste.

Recipe for cucumber salad in a refreshed version

Mizeria with yogurt is a delicious salad and a healthy snack. Cucumbers are low in calories and rich in water, making them an ideal ingredient for a weight-loss diet. Natural yogurt provides valuable probiotic bacteria that positively affect the digestive system.

Additionally, this recipe uses honey and lemon. Honey is a natural sweetener with antibacterial and antiviral properties. Lemon, on the other hand, is a source of vitamin C, which strengthens the body's immunity.

How to prepare summer cucumber salad?

To prepare refreshed mizeria, you need 1.1 pounds of cucumbers, 7 ounces of natural or Greek yogurt, half a bunch of chopped dill, one tablespoon of liquid honey, one tablespoon of lemon juice, one teaspoon of grated lemon zest, and salt and pepper to taste.

First, prepare the sauce. Pour the yogurt into a bowl, add the lemon juice and honey. Mix and add the lemon zest and spices. Mix again. Then, peel the cucumbers and cut them into thin slices. After adding the cucumbers to the vessel, add the dill and mix everything.

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