Best 5 Cucumber Salad With Yogurt Middle East Palestine Recipes

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Cucumber salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish popular in the Middle Eastern region, particularly in Palestine. It is often served as a side dish or appetizer and can be enjoyed as part of a healthy and balanced meal. The combination of crisp cucumbers, creamy yogurt, and zesty dressing creates a light and tangy salad that is perfect for warm weather. In this article, we will explore the best recipe for cucumber salad with yogurt, Middle Eastern Palestine style, providing detailed instructions and highlighting the key ingredients and cooking techniques that make this dish so delicious.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

MIDDLE EASTERN YOGURT CUCUMBER SALAD



Middle Eastern Yogurt Cucumber Salad image

This is a Palestinian/Jordanian version of this very popular salad. This goes very well with Lamb and rice dishes.

Provided by chef FIFI

Categories     Palestinian

Time 5m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 English cucumber (leave peel on)
1/4 cup lemon juice
2/3 cup middle eastern style yogurt (not Dannon)
1/4 cup water
1/2-1 small garlic clove (smashed)
1/2-1 whole serrano pepper (smashed)
1/2 teaspoon salt (more if desired)
3/4 teaspoon dried mint (do not omit)
olive oil (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Cut cucumbers into cubes, set aside.
  • In medium bowl add all other ingredients into bowl except for olive oil.
  • Mix well until no clumps.
  • Add cucumbers and mix well.
  • Garnish with olive oil on top.
  • *If you dont like hot foods, omit the pepper, but in order to stay true to this particular recipe please do not omit or substiture* I smash my garlic and hot pepper in a mortar or pestle together, or you could do it in a mini food processor and add the liquid to it.
  • Enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70.9, Fat 2.8, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 10.6, Sodium 622.3, Carbohydrate 9.6, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 5.9, Protein 3.5

KHYAR BI LABAN (CUCUMBER YOGURT SALAD)



Khyar Bi Laban (Cucumber Yogurt Salad) image

Discover a Middle Eastern treat, khyar bi laban (cucumber yogurt salad) with this easy recipe that pairs nicely with lamb dishes.

Provided by Saad Fayed

Categories     Appetizer     Snack     Condiment     Sauce

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 cucumbers (peeled and cut into thin slices)
1 1/2 pints plain yogurt
2 tablespoons salt
1 tablespoon mint (fresh)
1 clove garlic

Steps:

  • Peel and slice cucumbers into thin rounds.
  • Place sliced cucumbers in a strainer and sprinkle with salt. Set aside.
  • While salted cucumber slices sit, crush garlic and mash together with fresh mint leaves using a mortar and pestle or wooden spoon.
  • Combine yogurt and garlic mint mixture together. Stir well.
  • Fold in cucumber slices and serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 kcal, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 7 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 1341 mg, Sugar 10 g, Fat 2 g, ServingSize 6 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

INDIAN CUCUMBER AND YOGURT SALAD: CUCUMBER RAITA



Indian Cucumber and Yogurt Salad: Cucumber Raita image

Provided by Aarti Sequeira

Time 10m

Yield about 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups plain whole milk or low-fat yogurt
2 cups grated English or Persian cucumber (unpeeled)
1 clove garlic, minced
4 sprigs fresh mint, leaves only, minced finely
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons golden raisins
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Whisk the yogurt until smooth. Add the rest of the ingredients, plus a little freshly ground black pepper if you like. Stir, chill, and serve.

CUCUMBER SALAD WITH YOGURT (MIDDLE EAST, PALESTINE)



Cucumber Salad With Yogurt (Middle East, Palestine) image

This is a very simple, but different kind of salad that goes great with a lot of dishes. It is also a nice dish to make during Ramadan, either for suhr or uftur! Enjoy :)

Provided by Palis Favorites

Categories     Low Protein

Time 5m

Yield 2-4 , 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup plain yogurt
1 cup cucumber, peeled and sliced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon of fresh mint or 1 teaspoon dried mint

Steps:

  • Stir yogurt until smooth.
  • Add cucumber, salt, and garlic.
  • Garnish with mint.
  • Normally eaten with pita bread. Enjoy!

ISRAELI TOMATO AND CUCUMBER SALAD



Israeli Tomato and Cucumber Salad image

Chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and parsley combine with a drizzled dressing of lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, and mint leaves.

Provided by mimitomany

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 English cucumbers, diced
4 Roma (plum) tomatoes, seeded and diced
½ purple onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
2 tablespoons chopped garlic
1 cup chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
½ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Toss cucumbers, tomatoes, onion, bell pepper, garlic, parsley, and mint together in a bowl. Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the salad and toss to coat; season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208.4 calories, Carbohydrate 11.2 g, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 972.9 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

Tips:

  • For a refreshing twist, use chilled yogurt. This will help keep the salad cool and refreshing, especially on a hot day.
  • For a creamier salad, use full-fat yogurt. You can also use Greek yogurt for a thicker, tangier salad.
  • If you don't have any fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs instead. Just be sure to use about half the amount of dried herbs as you would fresh herbs.
  • This salad is best served fresh, but it will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This cucumber salad with yogurt is a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, this salad is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy salad recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!

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