Cool Cucumbers
Cool, creamy, and bursting with fresh flavors, this "Cool Cucumbers" recipe is the ultimate quick and healthy side dish or snack. Featuring crisp cucumber slices tossed in a tangy Greek yogurt dressing infused with lemon, garlic, and aromatic dill, this refreshing salad comes together in just 15 minutes with no cooking required. A touch of finely diced red onion adds a subtle crunch and sharpness, making every bite a delightful mix of textures and flavors. Serve this chilled cucumber delight as a light summer side dish, a picnic staple, or a guilt-free, hydrating snack. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, "Cool Cucumbers" will quickly become a go-to favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumbers
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup red onion
Instructions
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and pat them dry. Using a knife or mandoline, slice the cucumbers into thin, even slices.
Peel and finely mince the garlic. Set aside.
Chop the fresh dill finely and dice the red onion into small pieces.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the plain Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Stir until smooth.
Add the cucumber slices, fresh dill, and diced red onion to the bowl. Toss gently to coat the cucumbers evenly with the yogurt mixture.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, gently toss the salad once more to ensure everything is well mixed. Serve chilled as a side dish or snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
301 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.5 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.2 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 1280 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.7 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.9 g | ||
| Protein | 29.2 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 403 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1347 mg | 29% | |
*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.
