Description
Cucumber Dill Salad is a refreshing and tangy side dish that brings a burst of flavor to any meal. Perfect for warm weather gatherings, this salad combines crisp cucumbers, vibrant red onions, and fragrant dill, all tossed in a creamy yogurt dressing. It’s not only quick and easy to prepare—taking just 10 minutes—but also versatile enough to complement grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, or even as a dip for pita bread. Ideal for picnics and BBQs, this light and healthy salad is sure to keep you cool and satisfied.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lb cucumbers
- ½ red onion
- ¼ cup fresh dill
- ¾ cup Greek yogurt
- 1 ½ tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 ½ tablespoon lemon juice
- Grated garlic
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, grated garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
- Thinly slice the red onion and cucumbers into 3mm thick pieces.
- In a large bowl, mix the sliced cucumbers and red onion with the dressing until well coated.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For added flavor variations, consider including cherry tomatoes or bell peppers. Substitute Greek yogurt with plant-based yogurt for a vegan option.