Description
Fresh, creamy, and full of flavor, this Cucumber Dill Salad with Yogurt is perfect for summer meals, light lunches, or as a refreshing side. Crisp cucumbers are tossed with a yogurt-dill dressing for a healthy and delicious dish.
Ingredients
2 large cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced 1 cup plain Greek yogurt 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped 1 garlic clove, minced 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon olive oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Optional: 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes or smoked paprika
Instructions
1. Peel and thinly slice cucumbers, sprinkle lightly with salt, and let sit 10 minutes. Pat dry. 2. In a medium bowl, mix Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and chopped dill until smooth. 3. Add cucumbers to the yogurt mixture and toss gently. 4. Season with salt, pepper, and optional chili flakes or paprika. 5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. 6. Toss gently before serving and drizzle with extra olive oil if desired.
Notes
Pat cucumbers dry after salting for extra crunch. Use fresh dill for best flavor. Make dressing ahead and toss with cucumbers just before serving for maximum freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 2mg