Quick Creamy Cucumber Salad with Dill Mayo
A velvety smooth yet crisp cucumber salad tossed in a creamy dill mayo dressing, perfect for a quick and refreshing side dish.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium English cucumbers, thinly sliced or peeled into ribbons
- ½ cup mayonnaise (about 120 ml)
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Optional: a few thin slices of red onion
- Optional: 1 teaspoon fresh chives, chopped
Instructions
- Rinse the cucumbers under cold water. Using a sharp knife or vegetable peeler, slice the cucumbers into thin ribbons or rounds about 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick. For less moisture, sprinkle cucumber slices with a pinch of salt, toss, and let sit for 10 minutes, then pat dry with paper towels.
- In a medium bowl, combine ½ cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons fresh chopped dill, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper. Whisk or stir vigorously until smooth and well-blended.
- Add the cucumber slices and optional red onion slices to the bowl with the dressing. Toss gently to coat each slice evenly without breaking them down.
- Optional: Chill the salad in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to let flavors marry and cucumbers soften slightly while retaining crunch.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt or lemon juice if needed. Garnish with fresh chopped chives before serving.
Notes
Do not overdress the cucumbers to avoid weighing down the salad. Thin slicing is key for optimal texture and dressing absorption. For a lighter or vegan version, substitute mayo with Greek yogurt or dairy-free mayo. Salt cucumbers and pat dry to prevent watery salad. Serve chilled for best flavor and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup
- Calories: 150180
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 1
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