🥒 Easy Weight Watchers Creamy Cucumber Salad
This creamy cucumber salad is light, refreshing, and perfect for a healthy side dish. Made with non-fat Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise, it keeps the flavor rich and tangy while staying very low in calories and WW SmartPoints. It’s a great addition to BBQs, lunches, or quick summer meals.
⏱ Time
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
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Chill Time: 20–30 minutes
🍽 Servings
4 servings
⭐ WW SmartPoints
1–2 SmartPoints per serving
🧾 Ingredients
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3 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced
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½ medium red onion, thinly sliced
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¾ cup non-fat Greek yogurt
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1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
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1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
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1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tsp dried dill)
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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Salt and black pepper to taste
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the vegetables
Slice the cucumbers and red onion thinly and place them in a large bowl.
2️⃣ Make the dressing
In a small bowl combine:
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Greek yogurt
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Apple cider vinegar
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Dijon mustard
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Dill
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Garlic powder
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Salt and pepper
Mix until smooth and creamy.
3️⃣ Combine
Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and onions and toss until everything is well coated.
4️⃣ Chill
Refrigerate for 20–30 minutes so the flavors blend together.
5️⃣ Serve
Garnish with extra dill if desired and serve cold.
📊 Approximate Nutrition (Per Serving)
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Calories: ~60
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Protein: 6g
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Carbohydrates: 7g
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Fat: 1g
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WW Points: 1–2
❓ Q&A
Q: Can I make this salad ahead of time?
A: Yes. You can make it a few hours ahead and keep it in the refrigerator. It actually tastes better after chilling because the flavors blend together.
Q: What type of cucumber works best?
A: English cucumbers or Persian cucumbers work best because they have fewer seeds and thinner skin.
Q: How do I keep the salad from getting watery?
A: After slicing the cucumbers, sprinkle them lightly with salt and let them sit for about 10 minutes. Drain the excess water before mixing with the dressing.
Q: Can I use sour cream instead of Greek yogurt?
A: Yes, but Greek yogurt keeps the recipe lighter and lower in WW SmartPoints.
Q: How long does this salad last in the fridge?
A: It stays fresh for about 1–2 days when stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Q: Can I add other vegetables?
A: Absolutely. Thinly sliced radishes, cherry tomatoes, or bell peppers can add extra color and crunch.