And what about the ever popular Greek Salad? That is feta and cucumbers with tomatoes. It is always a favourite. Feta is much like yogurt! Or what about Labni the thick yogurt eaten with pita, often cucumbers, olives, etc. Italian salads are often with buffalo milk mozarella cheese with cucumbers and tomatoes. Cucumber and yogurt salad is very popular among the Mediterranean countries, it is prepared with yogurt, cucumbers, fresh or dried mint, garlic and salt. I had raita for lunch today and yes it had cucumbers and yogurt/curd. This was at an Indian restaurant that caters to Indians. I don't think this cucumber and yogurt theory is flawless. Cucumber/ Yogurt Dressing 1 cup plain nonfat yogurt 1/2 medium cucumber chopped fine 1 tsp fresh-squeezed lemon juice 1 clove garlic, minced very fine 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp ground white pepper Blend ingredients together in a jar and store in the refrigerator. Use generously with falafel as well as with fresh green salads. Shanti/Mary-Anne