Persian: Mast-O-Khiar (Yogurt & Cucumber Dip)

Recipe by Paul Young <info@cooking-with-paul.com>

(serves 8)

Ingredients:

• 4 Persian cucumbers
• 32 oz plain yogurt
• 1 lemon, juiced
• ½ cup fresh dill, chopped
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons dried mint
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)

Procedure:

1. Quarter cucumbers lengthwise, then thinly slice in ¼ inch pieces
2. Combine rest of the ingredients (except garnish) and mix well
3. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve as a side