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Easy Creamy Cucumber Salad

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A quick and refreshing creamy cucumber salad with a tangy yogurt-dill dressing, perfect as a cool side dish for warm weather.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large English cucumbers or 3–4 Kirby cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup (240 ml) Greek yogurt
  • ½ cup (120 ml) sour cream (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • ½ teaspoon sugar

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry the cucumbers thoroughly. Slice into thin rounds about ⅛-inch (3 mm) thick using a sharp knife or mandoline slicer. Transfer to a bowl.
  2. Sprinkle about 1 teaspoon of salt over the cucumber slices and toss gently. Let sit for 15 minutes to draw out excess moisture. Drain and pat dry with a paper towel.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, sour cream (if using), lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped dill, sugar, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
  4. Add thinly sliced red onion to the dressing. If raw onion is too sharp, soak slices in cold water for 5 minutes before draining and adding.
  5. Pour the dressing over the drained cucumbers and toss gently to coat evenly. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  7. Before serving, stir the salad again and garnish with extra fresh dill or lemon zest curls if desired.

Notes

Salting cucumbers and letting them sit draws out excess water to prevent sogginess. Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes for best flavor. If dressing is too thick after chilling, stir in a teaspoon or two of cold water or milk to loosen. For a crunch contrast, add toasted sunflower seeds or chopped walnuts before serving. Can be made dairy-free by substituting coconut yogurt and vegan sour cream.

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