CUCUMBER SAUCE

Category

Acid

Form

Creamy

Function

Cooling, Brightness, Herbaceous

CUCUMBER SAUCE

CUCUMBER SAUCE

Difficulty: Easy
Yield

1

cup
Prep

5

minutes
Chill

2

hours

This vinaigrette is crisp, sharp and full of green energy. Cucumber and chives give it a clean vegetal snap, while mustard and yogurt add punch and body. It brings grilled meats and hearty vegetables back to life. Just blend, chill and pour.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 English cucumber, peeled, seeded and chopped

  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

  • 2 tbsp red-wine vinegar

  • 2 tbsp fresh chives, chopped

  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

  • 1 tbsp plain greek yogurt

  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard

  • 1 tsp sugar

  • 1/2 tsp salt

Method

  • Add everything to a blender and blend until smooth.
  • Add to jar, cover with lid and chill for 2 hours. Shake well before serving.

Notes