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Fresh Creamy Greek Yogurt Cucumber Dill Salad

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A quick, easy, and refreshing salad featuring crisp cucumbers, creamy Greek yogurt, and fresh dill. Perfect as a light side dish or snack, especially in warm weather.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium English cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: thinly sliced red onion
  • Optional: chopped fresh mint
  • Optional: crumbled feta cheese

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry the cucumbers well. Slice them thinly, about 1/8-inch thick. If cucumbers seem watery, sprinkle lightly with salt and set aside in a colander for 10 minutes, then pat dry.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, fresh lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil (if using), minced garlic, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  3. Finely chop fresh dill and stir it into the yogurt dressing.
  4. Add the sliced cucumbers to the bowl and toss gently to coat all slices evenly with the creamy dill dressing.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20-30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld and chill the salad.
  6. Before serving, gently stir the salad and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed. Optionally garnish with fresh dill sprigs or thin slices of red onion.

Notes

Salting cucumbers before mixing helps reduce excess water and prevents a watery salad. Use fresh dill for best flavor; dried dill can be used sparingly but may taste bitter. Chill the salad for at least 20-30 minutes to let flavors meld. For dairy-free version, substitute Greek yogurt with thick coconut or almond yogurt. Prepare dressing separately if making ahead to keep cucumbers crisp.

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Keywords: Greek yogurt salad, cucumber dill salad, healthy salad, easy summer salad, creamy cucumber salad

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