Greek Yogurt Cucumber Salad

Greek Yogurt Cucumber Salad

This Greek Yogurt Cucumber Salad is a light and refreshing side dish that comes together in just 10 minutes. Coated in a tangy, tzatziki-style Greek yogurt dressing, it's a healthier alternative to traditional cucumber salads made with mayo or sour cream.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 76 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, full fat
  • 2 cloves garlic, ~ 1 1/2 teaspoons, minced
  • ⅓ cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed – from 2 lemons
  • 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, or apple cider vinegar
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh dill, optional
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 English cucumber*, sliced in 1/4-inch slices (peeling is optional)
  • ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion, or scallions – optional

Instructions
 

  • To make the yogurt dressing, whisk together yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, vinegar, dill (if using), salt, and black pepper.
  • Place cucumber and red onion slices in a large salad bowl.
  • Drizzle the cucumber salad with the Greek yogurt dressing. Give it a gentle toss.
  • Taste for seasoning and add more if necessary. Serve.

Notes

  • Yields: This cucumber salad yields approximately 4 cups of salad (with ~ 2/3 cup yogurt dressing). It is ideal for 4 servings if you are serving it as a side dish. If you are serving it to a larger crowd, you can multiply the recipe as many times as you need.
  • Cucumber: I used an English cucumber, but yu can also use 4-5 (smaller) Persian cucumbers. 
  • To Make Ahead: Make the yogurt dressing up to 3 days in advance and store it in a jar. Slice cucumbers and red onion a day in advance and store them in separate containers. When ready to serve, place cucumber and onion slices in a bowl, drizzle with the dressing and toss to combine.
  • To Store Leftovers: Place the leftover cucumber salad in an airtight container and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days. Please be aware that cucumber slices will release their juices as they sit. You can drain the excess liquid or add a few additional tablespoons of Greek yogurt to thicken the dressing. Be sure to toss before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 76kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 7gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 609mgPotassium: 177mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 340IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 92mgIron: 1mg
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