Cool and Creamy Cucumber Salad
Experience the ultimate summer side dish with this Cool and Creamy Cucumber Salad, a refreshing blend of crisp cucumber slices, tangy Greek yogurt, and a burst of fresh dill. Brightened with a hint of lemon juice and the subtle bite of red onion, this no-cook salad comes together in just 15 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or outdoor cookouts. The silky yogurt dressing, infused with garlic and olive oil, elevates the simple ingredients into a flavor-packed, low-calorie dish that’s as healthy as it is delicious. Serve it chilled for the best flavor, and let this creamy cucumber salad accompany everything from grilled meats to light vegetarian fare!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumber
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 0.25 cup red onion
Instructions
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly. Peel them partially, leaving some of the green skin for added texture and color, or peel completely if preferred.
Slice the cucumbers thinly using a knife or mandoline for uniform slices. Place the slices in a large mixing bowl.
Peel and finely mince the garlic. Mince the fresh dill as well, ensuring there are no tough stems.
Thinly slice the red onion into quarter rings and add them to the bowl with the cucumbers.
In a small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, fresh dill, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until the dressing is smooth and creamy.
Pour the dressing over the cucumber and onion mixture. Toss gently to ensure all the cucumber slices are evenly coated with the creamy dressing.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to suit your preference.
Let the salad rest in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish. Garnish with a sprig of dill if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
430 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.1 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.1 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 1280 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.8 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.8 g | ||
| Protein | 21.9 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 327 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1517 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
