Best 6 Cucumber Yogurt Zaatar Salad How I Like It Recipes

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**Cucumber Yogurt Zaatar Salad: A Refreshing and Flavorful Middle Eastern Dish**

Indulge in the delectable flavors of the Middle East with this refreshing cucumber yogurt zaatar salad. This vibrant dish combines the crispness of cucumbers, the tanginess of yogurt, and the earthy notes of zaatar spice blend, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect as a light lunch, a healthy snack, or a refreshing side dish, this salad is packed with nutrients and bursts with every bite. Discover the simplicity of this traditional Middle Eastern recipe and impress your family and friends with its delightful taste.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GRILLED ZA'ATAR CHICKEN WITH CUCUMBER-WATERMELON SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 small skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 6 ounces each)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons za'atar spice blend, plus more for topping
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons pine nuts
4 Persian cucumbers
2 cups diced watermelon
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup torn fresh mint or cilantro
1/3 cup hummus
1/4 cup plain whole-milk yogurt

Steps:

  • Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Rub all over with the za'atar and 1 tablespoon olive oil; set aside.
  • Toast the pine nuts in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, stirring, until golden, 3 to 5 minutes. Season with salt and remove to a small bowl.
  • Return the skillet to medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add the chicken and cook until browned on the bottom, about 5 minutes. Flip, reduce the heat to medium and continue cooking until the chicken is cooked through, 8 to 10 more minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest.
  • Meanwhile, halve the cucumbers lengthwise and slice 1/2 inch thick. Combine in a large bowl with the watermelon, remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, the lemon juice and mint; season with salt and pepper and toss.
  • Stir the hummus and yogurt in a small bowl; spoon onto plates. Slice the chicken and place on top of the hummus. Drain off any excess liquid from the cucumber-watermelon salad and add to the plates. Sprinkle with the pine nuts and more za'atar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Fat 11 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 96 milligrams, Sodium 618 milligrams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 38 grams, Sugar 9 grams

YOGURT-CUCUMBER DRESSING WITH ZA'ATAR



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Entertaining

Time 1h10m

Yield Makes about 2 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups plain Greek yogurt
2 Persian cucumbers, halved lengthwise, seeds and pulp removed, cut into 1-inch pieces (about 1 1/4 cups)
1 teaspoon coarse salt
Za'atar, for serving

Steps:

  • Puree yogurt, cucumbers, and salt in a blender until smooth. Refrigerate, covered, at least 1 hour and up to 3 days. Generously sprinkle with za'atar just before serving.

CUCUMBER YOGURT ZA'ATAR SALAD (HOW I LIKE IT )



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Make and share this Cucumber Yogurt Za'atar Salad (How I Like It ) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Jamilahs_Kitchen

Categories     Egyptian

Time 15m

Yield 1 salad, 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups yogurt (can be nonfat or lowfat)
2 whole English seedless cucumbers
2 garlic cloves, pressed
sea salt
fresh ground black pepper
1/3 cup of fresh mint
1/3 cup flat leaf parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 lemon, juice of
1/2 lemon, zest of
1 dash paprika
1/2 teaspoon za'atar spice mix
1 red bell pepper
1/2 green bell pepper

Steps:

  • Peel the cucumbers, cut each one in half lengthwise, and cut into 1/4 inch dice. Crush the garlic and and salt together to a paste. Stir the yogurt into the garlic paste.Add lemon juice and the cucumbers, pepper, mint, and parsley. Toss to mix. Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Just before serving drizzle with the olive oil. Sprinkle the amount of Za'atar you like on top and the paprika.
  • Tear off pieces of the pita bread and use them to scoop up salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353.2, Fat 22.2, SaturatedFat 7.2, Cholesterol 31.9, Sodium 131.9, Carbohydrate 31.3, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 20.1, Protein 12.3

TOMATO AND CUCUMBER SALAD WITH PITA BREAD AND ZA'ATAR



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Categories     Salad     Tomato     Side     No-Cook     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Rosh Hashanah/Yom Kippur     Lemon     Cucumber     Summer     Healthy     Vegan     Parsley     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tomatoes, chopped
1 large cucumber, peeled and chopped
4 scallions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, or to taste
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Accompaniments: warm pita bread, olive oil, and Za'atar

Steps:

  • Stir together tomatoes, cucumber, scallions, parsley, and salt and pepper to taste. Squeeze lemon juice over salad and stir. Drizzle oil over salad and stir.

CUCUMBER YOGURT SALAD



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This cool cucumber yogurt salad, known as raita, is used to offset some of the heat from spicier dishes.From the book "Mad Hungry," by Lucinda Scala Quinn (Artisan Books).

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Cuisine-Inspired Recipes     Indian-Inspired Recipes

Yield Makes 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, and chopped (about 1 cup)
2 cups plain yogurt
1 1/2 teaspoons toasted cumin seeds
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
Pinch of cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together in a medium bowl. Chill and serve.

CUCUMBER SALAD WITH YOGURT



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This is my kids' favorite cucumber salad. Sometimes I add even more yogurt. They literally are slurping up the dressing. If I make it for adults, I add fresh dill but my kids sadly don't like anything green in their salads.

Provided by barbara

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 large English cucumber, peeled and thinly sliced
1 (5 ounce) container plain yogurt, or more to taste
2 teaspoons white sugar
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Combine cucumber, yogurt, sugar, vinegar, and salt in a bowl. Mix to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning to your liking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 39.6 calories, Carbohydrate 6.4 g, Cholesterol 2.1 mg, Fat 0.7 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 317.1 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, crisp cucumbers. English cucumbers or Persian cucumbers are ideal.
  • If you don't have za'atar, you can make your own by combining equal parts dried thyme, oregano, and marjoram, plus a pinch of salt and sesame seeds.
  • To make the salad ahead of time, simply combine the cucumbers, yogurt, and za'atar in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours. Just before serving, add the tomatoes, red onion, and mint.
  • Serve the salad with grilled chicken or fish, or as a side dish with your favorite Middle Eastern meal.

Conclusion:

This refreshing and flavorful salad is a perfect way to enjoy the summer bounty of cucumbers. With its creamy yogurt dressing, tangy tomatoes, and crunchy red onions, it's a salad that's sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a light and healthy lunch or dinner option, give this cucumber yogurt za'atar salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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