Cut Off the Ends: Grab that cucumber and chop off both ends.
Slice It Up: Use a slicer to cut the cucumber into even 2-3mm thick slices. Remember, safety first—wear your gloves to protect those precious fingers!
Step 2: Salt the Cucumber
Add Salt: Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of salt over the cucumber slices.
Mix and Let Sit: Mix the cucumber and salt well, then let them sit for a bit to draw out the moisture. This step is crucial for that perfect crunch!
Step 3: Garlic Time
Mince the Garlic: Mince your garlic or grate it using a cheese grater if you prefer. You’ll need 1/2 tablespoon for the salad.
Step 4: Remove Excess Water
Squeeze the Cucumber: Put the salted cucumbers in a sieve and squeeze out the excess water. If you’re feeling strong, you can also do this by hand.
Step 5: Mix the Dressing
Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons of Greek yogurt, the minced garlic, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
Add Chives: Chop the chives finely and add them to the mix.
Lemon Zest and Juice: Wash your lemon with a bit of baking soda to remove any residue. Grate the lemon peel and add it to the mixture, along with a squeeze of lemon juice for that zesty kick.
Step 6: Combine and Chill
Mix It All Together: Add the cucumbers to the yogurt mixture and mix well.
Chill: Transfer the salad to an airtight container and refrigerate. It tastes even better when chilled!
Step 7: Toast the Bread
Toast Time: Lightly drizzle some olive oil on whole wheat bread and toast it until golden brown.