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Cucumber Dill Salad

Cucumber Dill Salad: Refreshing Crunch for Summer Days

This Cucumber Dill Salad is a refreshing and healthy side dish perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 medium Cucumbers Persian or English cucumbers are ideal.
  • 1 small Red Onion Can substitute with green onions or white onions.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill Avoid dried dill for best flavor.
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Can substitute with sour cream or coconut yogurt.
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Essential for flavor and smoothness.
  • 1/2 medium Lemon Juice Or substitute with apple cider vinegar.
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced or grated for better blending.
  • to taste Fine Salt Adjust for flavor.
  • to taste Black Pepper Freshly ground for best flavor.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium-sized bowl, combine Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  2. Wash and slice cucumbers into 1/8-inch thick half-moons. Finely slice red onion and chop dill.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cucumbers, red onion, and dill. Toss together until blended.
  4. Pour the creamy dressing over the salad and toss until well coated.
  5. Serve immediately at room temperature or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh dill and serve immediately to keep cucumbers crunchy.

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