Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh mint
• 1/2 regular cucumber (or 1 whole Persian cucumber)
• 1 cup natural yogurt
• salt and pepper
• freshly grated nutmeg for garnish (optional)

Directions

Peel the cucumber, then slice it in half lengthwise and remove the seeds with a small spoon or the end of a table knife. Slice the cucumber into small matchstick-size strips with a knife or julienne it using a julienne peeler. (Alternatively, for a chunkier effect, you can dice the cucumber into 1/4-inch cubes.)

In a small mixing bowl, stir together the cucumber with the yogurt and mint, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Scoop the

mixture into a serving dish and sprinkle lightly with nutmeg before serving, if desired. Serve as a condiment with most any Indian main course.