Description
Creamy Cucumber Salad with Greek Yogurt is the perfect refreshing side dish for warm summer days. This delightful salad combines crisp cucumbers with a rich, tangy dressing made from wholesome Greek yogurt, fresh dill, and zesty lemon juice. Not only is it quick to prepare in under 15 minutes, but it also pairs beautifully with grilled meats or can be enjoyed on its own. Whether for picnics, barbecues, or casual dinners, this crowd-pleasing recipe will keep your taste buds dancing while keeping your meals light and healthy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cucumbers (about 2 medium-sized)
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse and dry the cucumbers before slicing them into thin rounds (about ¼-inch thick).
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped dill, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Gently fold the sliced cucumbers into the dressing until evenly coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Before serving, stir gently and garnish with extra dill if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg