Kim Dae-seok's Cucumber Greek Yogurt Salad

Name: Kim Dae-seok's Cucumber Greek Yogurt Salad
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: cucumber 1 piece; Greek yogurt 80g (heaping 2 tablespoons); minced garlic 1/2 tablespoon; fine salt 1/3 tablespoon (for pickling); water 1 tablespoon (for pickling); salt a pinch; extra virgin olive oil 1/2 tablespoon

A refreshing and healthy salad made without fire, combining crisp pickled cucumber with thick Greek yogurt, minced garlic, and olive oil for a satisfyingly tangy and savory bite.

20 min Difficulty Very easy Salads & light meals

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Ingredients needed 2 servings

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Greek yogurt 80g (heaping 2 tablespoons)

minced garlic 1/2 tablespoon

fine salt 1/3 tablespoon (for pickling)

water 1 tablespoon (for pickling)

salt a pinch

extra virgin olive oil 1/2 tablespoon

Recipe

Cut off both ends of the cucumber, halve it lengthwise, then slice into half-moon shapes about 5mm thick.
Place the cucumber in a bowl, add fine salt 1/3 tablespoon and water 1 tablespoon, mix well, and let it sit for 15 minutes to pickle.
During pickling, flip the cucumber a couple of times to ensure even salting.
Rinse the pickled cucumber briefly under cold water, then drain thoroughly on a colander—do not squeeze hard with your hands.
Transfer the drained cucumber to a bowl and add Greek yogurt 80g, minced garlic 1/2 tablespoon, a pinch of salt, and olive oil 1/2 tablespoon.
Gently toss all ingredients together and serve in a dish.

Slice cucumber into half-moons, pickle in saltwater for 15 minutes, then drain well.
Add Greek yogurt, minced garlic, a pinch of salt, and olive oil to the pickled cucumber.
Toss lightly and serve in a bowl.

Cooking tips

Avoid squeezing the pickled cucumber with your hands, as this can bruise the texture and ruin its crispness—just shake off excess moisture using a colander.
For added richness, top with crushed peanuts or sliced almonds according to preference.
The garlic flavor is key, so use only 1/2 tablespoon to maintain a pleasant sharpness without overpowering.

Recommended for

Those seeking a refreshing, diet-friendly light salad.
People wanting to try a more sophisticated European-style cucumber yogurt dish instead of regular cucumber side dishes.
Anyone looking to make a mood-boosting meal in just 5 minutes without using any heat.

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