1/2 medium cucumber, skinned and roughly diced
salt and freshly ground pepper
142 g (5 oz) natural (plain) yogurt (use a firm set yogurt if possible)
1 garlic clove, skinned and crushed
1 tbsp (15 ml) chopped fresh mint
method
1. Place the cucumber in a colander, sprinkle with salt and leave to stand for 30 minutes to draw out the juices. Rinse, drain well and dry with absorbent kitchen paper.
2. Place in a serving bowl. Pour over the yogurt, add the garlic, mint, seasoning and mix well. Cover and chill in the refrigerator before serving.
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