Cucumber Yogurt Salad
Refreshing and healthy side dish. You can also stuff it in low carb pita bread and make a yummy sandwich.
Nutritionally - Low-calorie, vegetarian, gluten-free, high in calcium, good for bone-health.
Ingredients (4 servings)
3 Medium Cucumbers (peeled and cubed)
1 ½ cup of low-fat unsweetened Greek yogurt
1 Tbsp of Organic Cold Pressed Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 Tbsp of Organic Cold Pressed Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 Tbsp of Fresh Parsley
1 Tbsp of Fresh Dill
1 Tbsp of Lemon Juice
Salt & Pepper to Taste
Directions
Cut cucumbers in small cubes – set aside
Combine yogurt, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, herbs, salt & pepper – add to your cucumbers and stir well.
Benefits
3-4 Medium Cucumbers – Benefits: anti-inflammatory, blood pressure regulation, blood sugar regulation, cancer prevention, digestion, hydration, and weight management.
1 ½ Cup of Low-Fat Unsweetened Plain Yogurt – Benefits: blood sugar control, high in calcium, iodine, probiotic (great for digestion), and high in protein.
1 Tbsp of Organic Cold Pressed Extra Virgin Olive Oil – Benefits: contains antioxidants, high in nutrients, packed with good healthy fats, may fight inflammation, protect against heart disease, good for cognition, good for sugar levels.
1-2 tsp of minced garlic – Benefits: asthma, blood sugar, cardiovascular health, detoxification, digestive health, and your immune system.
1 Tbsp of Fresh Parsley – Benefits: bone health, eye health, heart health, inflammation, immune system, iron absorption, and mental fitness.
1 Tbsp of Fresh Dill – supports blood pressure, bone health, digestion, heart health, immune system, and insomnia.
1 Tbsp of Lemon Juice – Benefits: blood pressure, vitamin C, digestion, heart health, and weight management.
Salt & Pepper to Taste – SALT – unrefined salt can assist with your blood pressure, detoxification, digestion, hydration, immune system, respiratory problems, and sleep. PEPPER -
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