Print

Fresh Cucumber Dill Salad with Easy Creamy Greek Yogurt Dressing

fresh cucumber dill salad - featured image
Print Recipe

A crisp and refreshing cucumber salad featuring a tangy, creamy Greek yogurt dressing with fresh dill. Perfect as a light side dish for warm weather meals.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 large English cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or 2%)
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and dry the English cucumbers. Using a mandoline or sharp knife, slice them thinly—about 1/8-inch (3 mm) thick. Place the slices in a colander and sprinkle lightly with salt. Let them sit for about 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture, then gently pat dry with paper towels.
  2. In a small bowl, combine 1 cup (240 ml) of plain Greek yogurt with 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon (15 ml) extra virgin olive oil, and the minced garlic clove. Whisk until smooth and creamy. Season with about ½ teaspoon (3 g) kosher salt and a pinch of freshly cracked black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  3. Finely chop about 3 tablespoons (9 g) fresh dill and optional 2 tablespoons (6 g) fresh chives. Dice ¼ cup (40 g) red onion into small pieces.
  4. In a medium bowl, gently toss the drained cucumber slices with the dressing until they’re evenly coated. Add the chopped dill, chives, and red onion. Gently fold to combine without bruising the cucumbers.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld and cucumbers absorb the dressing.

Notes

Salting cucumbers and patting them dry prevents sogginess. Use full-fat Greek yogurt for best creamy texture. Fresh dill is essential for bright flavor. Chill salad before serving for best taste. Optional ingredients like chives and red onion add mild bite and freshness. Variations include adding avocado, red pepper flakes, or swapping herbs.

Nutrition

Keywords: cucumber salad, dill salad, Greek yogurt dressing, fresh cucumber salad, easy salad recipe, healthy side dish, summer salad

Find it online: https://tastytuck.com/fresh-cucumber-dill-salad-recipe-easy-creamy-greek-yogurt-dressing/