No one flavor predominates, but the blend is magic in this low-fat dressing. Use it on greens, beans, tomatoes, or a combination of the season's best garden-fresh vegetables.

¼ cup coarsely chopped cucumber, peeled and seeded (see Tip)
¼ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley sprigs
¼ cup minced scallions, green parts only
2 tablespoons plain yogurt
1 tablespoon ricotta cheese
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 clove garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, or to taste
Dash of salt, or to taste

Purée all of the ingredients in a blender until smooth. Taste and adjust the seasoning. Whisk or shake before serving.

Advance Preparation

Before serving, refrigerate this dressing for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend. It will keep for up to 2 days in a tightly closed container in the refrigerator.