Ingredients
- 1 English cucumber, peeled, seeded, and finely diced (about 1 3/4 cups)
- 1 teaspoon salt, divided
- 1 small garlic clove
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
- 2 cups plain low-fat yogurt
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh mint
- Fresh whole chives
- Extra-virgin olive oil
Directions
Combine cucumber and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Let stand 15 minutes; do not drain.
Combine garlic with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Stir garlic mixture and pepper into yogurt.
Add cucumber and its liquid to yogurt mixture. Puree in a blender (or with a hand blender) until smooth.
Garnish with chives and drizzle with olive oil.