1/2 firm−ripe California avocado
1 1/2 pounds cucumbers, cut into 1/2−inch pieces
1 (8−oz) container plain low−fat yogurt (1 cup)
3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh jalapeno chile with seeds
1 cup small ice cubes
Garnish: diced avocado and chopped chives
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