Cucumber Dill Salad
Refreshingly light and irresistibly creamy, this Cucumber Dill Salad is the perfect side dish for any occasion. Featuring crisp, thinly sliced cucumbers, tangy red onion, and a burst of fresh dill, this salad is tossed in a luscious Greek yogurt dressing infused with zesty lemon juice and a hint of extra virgin olive oil. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, it's an easy, healthy option brimming with flavor. Ideal for summer barbecues, picnics, or a quick accompaniment to grilled meats, this low-calorie, nutrient-packed recipe is a must-try for fans of simple yet elegant salads. Serve it chilled for the ultimate refreshing bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumber
- 3 tablespoons fresh dill
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and peel the cucumbers. Use a sharp knife or mandoline to slice the cucumbers into thin rounds and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Thinly slice half a medium red onion and add it to the bowl with the cucumbers.
Finely chop the fresh dill and sprinkle it over the cucumbers and onions.
In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary by adding more salt or lemon juice.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled as a side dish, garnished with an additional sprig of dill if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
84 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.7 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 259 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.4 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.8 g | ||
| Protein | 4.8 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 72 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 344 mg | 7% | |
*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.
