Title: Lebanese Yogurt and Cucumber Salad (Leban) > Jeff Smith
Categories: Lebanese Salad
Yield: 1 Servings

3	c	Plain yogurt
12		Fresh mint leaves
2		Cloves garlic, peeled
		Salt to taste
3		Cucumbers, peeled and thinly
		Sliced

Drain the yogurt in a cheesecloth-lined colander for several hours, discarding the liquid that has collected. Place the mint and garlic togehter in a salad bowl and crush with a little salt. Add the drained yogurt and cucumbers. Mix and chill before serving.

Serves 6-8 as a salad or dip.

from The Frugal Gourmet's "On Our Immigrant Ancestors". From: Strawberry Girl

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