Cucumbers and Tomatoes in Yogurt

Name: Cucumbers and Tomatoes in Yogurt
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 1 large cucumber, peeled, seeded, and diced; 2 to 3 medium flavorful tomatoes, diced; One 8-ounce container low-fat plain yogurt or soy yogurt, stirred until creamy; 2 to 4 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, parsley, basil, or cilantro, optional; Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

December 9, 2011

This is a good palate-cooler to serve with curries and other spicy dishes. Use a creamy-textured yogurt.

Recipe information

Yield
6 servings

Ingredients

1 large cucumber, peeled, seeded, and diced

2 to 3 medium flavorful tomatoes, diced

One 8-ounce container low-fat plain yogurt or soy yogurt, stirred until creamy

2 to 4 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, parsley, basil, or cilantro, optional

Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Preparation

Step 1
Combine all of the ingredients in a serving container. Mix thoroughly and serve
nutrition information
Step 2
Calories: 43
Step 3
Total Fat: 0g
Step 4
Protein: 3g
Step 5
Carbohydrate: 6g
Step 6
Cholesterol: 3mg
Step 7
Sodium: 35mg

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