Description
Creamy Cucumber Salad with Greek Yogurt is a refreshing summer dish that perfectly balances cool, crisp cucumbers with a rich and velvety yogurt dressing. This easy-to-make salad is ideal for barbecues, picnics, or as a light meal any day of the week. Brightened with fresh dill and lemon juice, it offers a delightful crunch that your taste buds will love. Enjoy this versatile recipe that can be customized to suit your preferences!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat recommended)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tbsp dried dill)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and slice cucumbers thinly; sprinkle with salt to draw out moisture.
- In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and dill until smooth.
- Fold the cucumber slices into the dressing until well-coated.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Stir before serving; garnish with extra dill if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: - For added crunch and flavor, toss in cherry tomatoes or red onions. - Feel free to swap dill for mint or parsley for a fresh twist. - This salad keeps well in the fridge for up to three days—perfect for meal prep!