Balkan Cucumber Salad

Balkan Cucumber Salad

My mother’s grandmother made this recipe, so it’s been in the family for years. We enjoy it the best during the hot, lazy days of summer.

Recipe

• 2 cups plain yogurt
• 1/2 garlic clove, crushed
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon chopped chives
• 1 teaspoon chopped mint leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
• 1 1/2 cups peeled, seeded, and diced cucumbers
• 1 cup seedless green grape halves

Place yogurt in a large bowl. Beat with an electric mixer until very smooth. Add garlic, vinegar, salt, olive oil, chives, and mint leaves; beat 1/2 minute. Fold in cucumbers and grape halves. Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving in salad bowls. Makes 4 to 6 servings.

Tips From Our Test Kitchen: This easy and flavorful salad is a keeper. For color, add red and green grapes.

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