Elevate your salads and snacks with this irresistibly fresh and tangy Whole30 Creamy Cucumber Dressing! This 15-minute, dairy-free recipe combines the crispness of cucumber with the creaminess of full-fat coconut milk, enhanced by zesty lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and aromatic fresh dill. A hint of garlic adds depth, while olive oil brings a luxurious texture, making this dressing perfect not only for salads but also as a versatile dip or marinade. Naturally paleo, keto-friendly, and Whole30-compliant, itβs a guilt-free way to add bold, refreshing flavor to your meals. Refrigerate before serving to let the flavors meld beautifully!
Peel the cucumber and slice it in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to scrape out the seeds, then cut it into chunks.
Place the cucumber chunks in a food processor or blender.
Add the coconut milk, fresh dill, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic clove, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper to the food processor or blender.
Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides as necessary.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt or lemon juice to suit your preference.
Pour the dressing into a jar or an airtight container.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Stir before serving and enjoy this creamy cucumber dressing over your favorite salad or as a refreshing dip.
Calories |
578 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 56.9 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.8 g | 149% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1207 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.4 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.2 g | ||
| Protein | 4.7 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 72 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 705 mg | 15% | |
*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.