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Cool as a Cucumber Dip

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SERVES: 10

SERVING SIZE: 2 tablespoons

CHILL TIME: 1 Hr

This Cool as a Cucumber Dip recipe is the perfect appetizer when you need to feel refreshed. It has a light, creamy taste that your tongue will thank you for. Our delicious cucumber dip is made with yogurt and calls for a bit of mint to give it that little something extra. It's the perfect dip for your next summer party!

What You'll Need

1 cup fat-free plain yogurt
1/2 cup grated cucumber
1 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh mint or 1/2 teaspoon dried mint, crushed
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper

What to Do

In a small bowl, combine all ingredients; mix well.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Before You Start Cooking!

Serve with your favorite vegetables or baked whole grain pita chips!
Our Cool Cucumber Soup is another refreshing recipe for your party!
Try our Easy Cucumber Cups for a cool and fun appetizer.

Fun Fact!

The phrase "Cool as a Cucumber" may have originated due to the fact that the inside of a cucumber can remain 20 degrees cooler than the outside air. No wonder cucumbers are always so refreshing during the hot summer months!

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Nutritional InformationShow More

Servings Per Recipe: 10

Amount Per Serving % Daily Value *
Calories 16
Calories from Fat 0.5
Total Fat 0.1g 0 %
Saturated Fat 0.0g 0 %
Trans Fat 0.0g 0 %
Protein 1.5g 3 %

Amount Per Serving % Daily Value *
Cholesterol 0.5mg 0 %
Sodium 48mg 2 %
Total Carbohydrates 2.6g 1 %
Dietary Fiber 0.1g 0 %
Sugars 2.1g 0 %

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Hoosiersmoker

Mar 21, 2018

Tzatziki is an awesome dip! It's not just for gyros any more! This is a nice simple version too and most people have all of the ingredients on hand. If they only knew!