Got some pent-up stress? Take it out on these cucumbers! In this refreshing dish, a classic Chinese technique meets Mediterranean flair. The cucumbers soak up every bit of flavor and are paired with homemade tzatziki and a tangy Dijon mustard dressing for the ultimate fusion experience.

Time to smash some cucumbers!

Ingredients:

• 2 medium cucumbers
• Salt & pepper
• Olive oil
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 tsp maple syrup
• 1 ¼ cups dairy-free plain yogurt
• 1 garlic clove, peeled & grated
• 1 handful of fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 1 large handful of fresh dill
• 2 spring onions, sliced

Instructions:

1. Trim the ends off the cucumbers, then gently smash them with a rolling pin until they soften and split, being careful not to overdo it.
2. Tear the smacked cucumber into 1-inch pieces and place them in a colander over a bowl. Sprinkle with salt, mix, and let drain for 15 minutes.
3. Whisk together 4 tablespoons of olive oil, Dijon mustard, juice from half the lemon, maple syrup, salt, and pepper. Set this dressing aside.
4. In a large bowl, combine the yogurt, grated garlic, juice from the remaining lemon half, chopped parsley, and a pinch of salt. Chop most of the dill, reserving a few sprigs for garnish, and mix it into the yogurt. This is your tzatziki.
5. To serve, spread the tzatziki on a large plate, arrange the smacked cucumber pieces on top, and garnish with sliced spring onions and reserved dill. Drizzle the dressing over everything, and enjoy!

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