Cucumber Dill Salad
Refreshing and vibrant, this Cucumber Dill Salad is a perfect addition to your summer meals, picnics, and BBQs. Combining crisp cucumbers with fresh dill and a creamy yogurt dressing, this salad delivers a delightful burst of flavor in every bite. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s an effortless side dish that pairs beautifully with grilled meats or can be enjoyed on its own for a light lunch. The cooling properties of cucumber combined with the tanginess of lemon make it a crowd-pleaser at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lb (670 grams) cucumbers, sliced
- ½ red onion, finely sliced
- ¾ cup (150 grams) Greek yogurt or plain full-fat yogurt
- 1 ½ tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 ½ tablespoon lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon garlic, grated
- ½ teaspoon fine salt
- ⅕ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup fresh dill, chopped
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, grated garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.
- Slice the cucumbers lengthwise and then into thin rounds. Finely slice the red onion.
- In a large salad bowl, add the sliced cucumbers and red onion.
- Pour the yogurt dressing over the vegetables and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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