Ingredients

  • 12 medium sized cucumbers
  • salt
  • 6 c. (1 1/2 qt.) plain yogurt
  • 1/2 c. white wine vinegar
  • 1 c. chopped fresh parsley leaves
  • 1/3 c. chopped fresh dill or 1 1/2 Tbsp. dried
  • 1/4 c. chopped fresh tarragon leaves or 1 Tbsp. dried
  • 1/4 c. chopped fresh mint leaves or 1 1/2 Tbsp. dried
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • 6 small white onions, thinly sliced and separated into rings
  • 2 heads radicchio, cored and separated into individual leaves, washed, dried, wrapped and refrigerated

Method

  • Peel the cucumbers. Cut each in half lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds and thinly slice the cucumbers. Sprinkle with salt and put into a large colander to drain for 30 minutes. Meanwhile in a large bowl, combine the yogurt, vinegar and herbs and season with salt and pepper to taste.