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Fresh Creamy Cucumber Dill Salad No Mayo Easy Recipe for Summer

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A light and refreshing cucumber salad made creamy with Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise, featuring fresh dill, lemon juice, and shaved red onion for a perfect summer side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium English cucumbers, thinly sliced or halved lengthwise and sliced
  • 1 cup (240 ml) plain full-fat Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1 small red onion, shaved thinly
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt to taste (about ½ teaspoon sea salt)
  • Freshly cracked black pepper to taste (about ¼ teaspoon)

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry the cucumbers thoroughly. Slice them thinly about 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick or halve lengthwise and then slice.
  2. Using a mandoline or sharp knife, slice the red onion into very thin rounds. Optional: soak the slices in cold water for 10 minutes and drain well to mellow the bite.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, chopped dill, salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  4. Combine the cucumbers and shaved red onion in a large bowl. Pour the dressing over and toss gently but thoroughly to coat every piece.
  5. Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving to let flavors meld and keep cucumbers crisp.
  6. Before serving, drain any excess liquid if the salad looks watery and give it a gentle stir to redistribute the dressing.

Notes

Use English or Persian cucumbers for best texture. Soak shaved red onion in cold water to mellow sharpness if desired. Chill salad before serving to keep cucumbers crisp. Drain excess liquid before serving to avoid sogginess. For dairy-free version, substitute Greek yogurt with unsweetened coconut or almond yogurt.

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