Description
A refreshing and creamy cucumber salad made with protein-rich Greek yogurt, zesty lemon, and aromatic fresh dill. Perfect as a healthy side dish for summer BBQs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large English cucumbers, sliced
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (plus more for sweating)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds and toss with salt in a colander for 15 minutes to drain excess water.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and olive oil until smooth.
- Stir in the minced garlic and chopped fresh dill until evenly distributed.
- Pat the drained cucumbers dry with a paper towel and fold them gently into the yogurt dressing.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean