Creamy Cucumber Salad (in 10-Minutes)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
106 kcal
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Course
Others
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Creamy Cucumber Salad (in 10-Minutes)
Description
The salad combines smashed cucumbers, which provides a crisp and juicy base, with thin slices of red onion for a bit of bite. The dressing mixes Greek yogurt with olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper, plus chopped fresh dill and basil for herbal brightness. This yields a creamy, yet light salad with layers of flavor from herbs and spices.
The preparation requires minimal time, simply crushing the cucumbers and mixing all ingredients together, making it accessible for quick meals. The mix of citrus and fresh herbs complements the cucumbers, giving a bright and fresh profile.
This salad works well as a side dish at family dinners, potlucks, or alongside Mediterranean dishes such as spanakopita. The fresh herbs and yogurt provide a cooling contrast to richer foods.
It can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4 to 6 days, allowing for make-ahead preparation and convenient serving over several meals.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cucumber mini or 1 long English
- 1/3 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 red onion thinly sliced, small
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- ½ lemon juice fresh
- 1/3 cup dill chopped, fresh
- ¼ cup basil chopped, fresh
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. onion powder
- 1 tsp. salt
- ½ tsp. black pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the red onion, olive oil, lemon juice, dill, basil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Mix to combine and set aside.
- Cut off the ends of the mini cucumbers.
- Using the back side of a large chef knife, crush the cucumbers.
- Add the smashed mini cucumbers to the large bowl along with the Greek yogurt.
- Mix thoroughly until combined and enjoy!!
Notes
- This salad keeps well in the refrigerator for 4 to 6 days in an airtight container, making it suitable for prepare-ahead meals.
- Using fresh dill and basil enhances the herbal flavor and freshness of the dish.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 106 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 4 | |
| Calories | 106kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 14.1g | 5% |
| Protein | 4.8g | 10% |
| Fat | 5.3g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1.1g | 6% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 3.1mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 1191.1mg | 50% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3.8g | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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