Crunch on this refreshing salad for a light lunch or as part of a large dinner.
Just when I thought I had tried every kind of salad in the world, I was introduced to this easy, light, yet luscious recipe. How could I have been so presumptuous? This crunchy, juicy blend of goodness is perfect for almost any feast!
Creamy cucumber salad is a breeze to make and even easier to enjoy. It has a velvety smooth dressing mixed with savory seasonings and fragrant fresh dill, all of which comes together beautifully on its own or with main dishes like lamb and potatoes or a gyro sandwich. However you choose to serve it, this creamy cucumber salad can be a refreshing twist to your meal.
In my opinion, this salad screams “summertime,” but since we’re blessed to have cucumbers in the grocery store year-round, feel free to make it whenever the craving for crispy cucumbers hits. It tastes a bit like tzatziki, but of course with more crunch and less cream. With such an iconic blend of ingredients, this can be quite the hit at parties. So if you’re in a pinch and need a dish to pass, try it out.
How to avoid watery dressing
Since cucumbers contain a lot of water, you might want to dry them out a bit before tossing them into a salad—especially if you plan on having leftovers. This will ensure that the dressing stays thick and creamy instead of thin and runny. To dry out your cucumber slices, toss them in a bowl with one teaspoon of kosher salt. Then place them in a colander suspended over another bowl, and let them sit for 20-30 minutes to draw out excess moisture. Finally, dab them dry with a clean paper towel and proceed to craft your creamy cucumber salad.
How do I store leftovers?
Store leftover creamy cucumber salad in an airtight container and refrigerate it for up to 2 days. Keep in mind that the cucumbers will get soggier as time goes on, so it’s better to enjoy leftovers sooner than later. Personally, I find that if this does happen, you can use some of it as a sandwich topping.
Similar recipes to try
Craving this salad but without all the dairy? Try replacing the dressing with Vegan Tzatziki, a plant-based alternative that’s just as creamy and flavorful. On the other hand, if you’d like a hearty salad with creamy dressing and a smattering of cheddar cheese, craft a bowl of Keto Broccoli Salad. And if, even after making creamy cucumber salad, you still have some cukes leftover, learn How To Pickle Cucumbers so that you have some handy for sandwiches, salads, and more in the future.
Creamy Cucumber Salad
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar plus more to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Pinch of black pepper
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill plus more for garnish
- 2 large English cucumbers thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced white onion
Instructions
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In a large bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, granulated sugar, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and chopped dill until smooth.
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Add the cucumber and onion slices to the bowl and gently toss until they are well coated with the dressing.
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Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 1 hour to let the flavors meld. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving chilled. Garnish with extra dill.
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