Cucumbers in Yogurt

By sjpbrown

Ingredients

• 2 cups plain whole-milk Greek yogurt (14 to 16 ounces)
• 1 (14- to 16-ounce) seedless cucumber (usually plastic-wrapped), peeled, halved lengthwise, and cored
• 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 2 medium garlic cloves

Preparation

Step 1

Cut cucumber into 1/2-inch cubes. Transfer to a sieve set over a bowl and toss with 1 teaspoon kosher salt, then drain 1 hour. Rinse cucumber and pat dry.

Mince and mash garlic to a paste with remaining 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt using a large heavy knife. Stir together yogurt, cucumbers, garlic paste, and salt to taste in a bowl.