🥒 Creamy Cucumber Dill Salad
📝 Introduction:
Light, crisp, and cool, this creamy cucumber dill salad is a simple, refreshing dish with tangy sour cream or Greek yogurt, fresh dill, and a hint of garlic. It’s a crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with grilled meats or as a cool side dish.
⏱️ Prep Time:
prep Time: 10 minutes
Chill Time (Optional): 20–30 minutes
Total Time: 10–40 minutes
Servings: 4
🛒 Ingredients:
2 large cucumbers (English or Persian), thinly sliced
½ tsp salt (for sweating cucumbers)
½ cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
1 tbsp mayonnaise (optional for richness)
1 tbsp white wine vinegar or lemon juice
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
🍽️ Instructions:
1. Prep the cucumbers:
Place thinly sliced cucumbers in a colander, sprinkle with ½ tsp salt, and toss. Let them sit for 10–15 minutes to draw out excess water. Pat dry with paper towels.
2. Make the dressing:
In a bowl, mix sour cream (or yogurt), mayo (if using), vinegar or lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped dill, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning.
3. Combine:
Toss the drained cucumbers with the creamy dressing until evenly coated.
4. Chill (optional):
Refrigerate for 20–30 minutes to let flavors meld (optional but recommended).
5. Serve:
Garnish with more dill, freshly cracked black pepper, and a pinch of red pepper flakes if desired. Serve cold.
💡 Tips:
- Sweating cucumbers helps avoid a watery salad.
- Add thin red onion or radishes for a flavor boost.
- Keeps in the fridge for up to 2 days — stir before serving.
❓ Q&A:
Q: Can I use dried dill?
A: Yes, use 1–2 tsp dried dill if fresh isn’t available.
Q: Is this keto or low-carb?
A: Yes, it’s naturally low-carb and keto-friendly!
Q: Can I make it vegan?
A: Use dairy-free yogurt and vegan mayo.
🍽️ Nutrition (Per Serving – Approximate):
Calories: 90
Protein: 2g
Fat: 7g
Carbs: 5g
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 2g