Zesty cucumber-mint yoghurt, a Middle Eastern dip. It is so simple, very easy to prepare, and kids love it! The added dairy is a perfect snacking dip, as it adds calcium, which is very important for children’s growth.
Serves: 10 tasters
Dietary: Suitable for vegetarians, wheat-free, gluten-free
Contains: Milk (yoghurt)
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: none
INGREDIENTS
2 Tbsp (80 g) Greek yoghurt, full fat
1/8 (75 g) cucumber, finely diced (approx. ¼ English cucumber)
½ tsp fresh mint, finely chopped
Zest of ¼ lemon
1 tsp lemon juice, to taste
Seasoning, optional
10 corn tortilla chips, low salt * (e.g. ASDA, Simply, Tostitos)
* Always check the packet for the list of allergens
METHOD
- Mix all the ingredients until combined.
- Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
- Serve a spoon of dip on a plain tortilla chip
This recipe has been donated by Serena Ammache, Student Nutritionist
NUTRITION INFORMATION
Per serving: (25 g) 1 tortilla with a spoon of dip
Total calories: 21 kcal
Fat: 1.2 g
Saturated Fat: 0.6 g
Carbohydrate: 1.8 g
Total sugar: 0.5 g
Fibre: 0.0 g
Protein: 0.6 g
Salt: 0.03 g
VARIATIONS
- Dried herbs can replace fresh mint.
- Greek yoghurt can be substituted with milk-free yoghurt.
- Full-fat Greek yoghurt can be substituted with low-fat Greek yoghurt.
NUTRITION FACTS
- Greek yoghurt is an excellent source of protein and calcium. Both are necessary for the growth and development of children aged between 4 and 11.
- Cucumbers provide fibre, vitamin C, calcium, potassium, antioxidants, and many other vitamins.
- Cucumbers are 96% water, so they’re refreshing, replenish the body’s water content, and help prevent dehydration.
Checked by Kathy Lewis
© 2021 The Caroline Walker Trust