Minty Cucumber and Yogurt Salad with Toasted Cumin
A refreshing salad of cool cucumbers and creamy yogurt with bright mint and toasted cumin. This indian-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 22 minutes pairs Plain yogurt, chopped Fresh mint, Cumin seeds for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 100 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 medium, peeled and diced (2 cups) Cucumber
- 1 cup Plain yogurt
- 1/4 cup chopped Fresh mint
- 1/2 tsp Cumin seeds
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 1/8 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Toast 1/2 tsp cumin seeds in dry skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Cool, then grind to powder.
- Step 2: In medium bowl, combine 2 cups diced cucumber, 1 cup plain yogurt, 1/4 cup chopped mint, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Mix well.
- Step 3: Stir in ground toasted cumin. Cover and chill at least 30 minutes for flavors to meld.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Minty Cucumber and Yogurt Salad with Toasted Cumin take to make?
Total time is about 22 minutes (20 min prep + 2 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Minty Cucumber and Yogurt Salad with Toasted Cumin?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep plain yogurt from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Minty Cucumber and Yogurt Salad with Toasted Cumin?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Minty Cucumber and Yogurt Salad with Toasted Cumin for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Minty Cucumber and Yogurt Salad with Toasted Cumin vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
