Low Fat Cucumber Yogurt Salad
Cool, creamy, and delightfully refreshing, this Low Fat Cucumber Yogurt Salad is your go-to recipe for healthy summer sides or light, nutritious snacks. Featuring crisp cucumber slices coated in a smooth blend of low-fat yogurt, zesty lemon juice, and aromatic fresh dill, this dish is packed with flavor while keeping it light on calories. A hint of garlic adds a savory kick while a sprinkle of black pepper and salt bring the perfect balance to the mix. With just 15 minutes of prep, this no-cook recipe is ideal for busy days or last-minute additions to your meal plan. Serve chilled to let the vibrant flavors blossom—perfect as a cooling accompaniment to grilled dishes or a refreshing standalone snack. Keywords: low-fat salad, cucumber-yogurt salad, healthy side dish, no-cook recipes, summer recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large Cucumber
- 1 cup Low-fat plain yogurt
- 1 clove Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and peel the cucumbers. Cut them in half lengthwise and remove the seeds using a spoon. Then, slice the cucumbers into thin half-moons.
In a mixing bowl, combine the low-fat yogurt, minced garlic, chopped fresh dill, and lemon juice.
Add the sliced cucumbers to the yogurt mixture and stir until the cucumbers are well coated.
Season the salad with salt and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste if needed.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
Serve cold, garnished with a sprig of dill if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
285 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.7 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 14 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 1385 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.5 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.1 g | ||
| Protein | 18.3 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 584 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1866 mg | 40% | |
*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.
