Creamy Cucumber & Dill Saladβformatted for easy reading, printing, or sharing on social media:
π₯ Zesty Creamy Cucumber & Dill Salad π
A refreshing, crunchy, and creamy salad perfect for warm days, BBQs, and light meals.
β± Ready in: 15 minutes
π₯ Serves: 4
π Ingredients:
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2 cups cucumbers, thinly sliced (about 2 medium cucumbers) π₯
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Β½ cup plain yogurt or sour cream π₯
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ΒΌ cup red onion, very thinly sliced π§
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2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped πΏ
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1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice π
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Salt and black pepper, to taste π§
π©βπ³ Instructions:
1οΈβ£ Prep the veggies:
Thinly slice the cucumbers and red onion. For extra crispness, pat cucumbers dry with a paper towel.
2οΈβ£ Mix the dressing:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the yogurt (or sour cream), chopped dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
3οΈβ£ Combine:
Add cucumbers and onions to a large bowl. Pour the creamy dressing over and gently toss until evenly coated.
4οΈβ£ Chill:
Refrigerate the salad for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill.
5οΈβ£ Garnish & serve:
Top with a sprinkle of fresh dill or a crack of black pepper before serving. Enjoy cold!
π‘ Flavorful Tip:
Add a handful of chopped walnuts, almonds, or sunflower seeds for a delicious crunch! π°
π Make It Your Own:
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π Add halved cherry tomatoes for color and sweetness.
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πΏ Swap dill with parsley or mint for a fresh twist.
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π Serve alongside grilled chicken or fish.
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βοΈ Make ahead: Store the veggies and dressing separately and mix just before serving to keep it crisp.
π₯ Whoβs ready to dive into this creamy, zesty bowl of summer goodness? π
Tag someone who needs to make this for your next picnic! π§Ίβ¨