Looking for a fresh, crisp, low-calorie, and easy-to-make salad with tons of flavor? Then this Creamy Cucumber Salad is for you. With its 10-minute prep time and easy-to-find in your fridge and pantry ingredients, you might not even need a trip to the grocery store. The secret? The sweet and tangy creamy dressing!
Ingredients For Creamy Cucumber Salad
- English cucumbers
- Red onion
- Greek yogurt
- Mayonnaise
- Dried dill
- White vinegar
- Sugar
- Salt and pepper
How To Make 10-MInute Creamy Cucumber Salad
- Make the dressing: mix all dressing ingredients in a small bowl until smooth
- Place the sliced cucumbers and onion in a salad bowl, drizzle the dressing on top, and toss to combine.
- Refrigerate for one hour prior to serving.
Can I Make The Salad Ahead Of Time?
Yes, this salad can be made up to 3 days in advance. Make sure to drain the liquid prior to serving it, and add a bit more fresh yogurt if needed.
10-Minute Creamy Cucumber Salad
Equipment
- Knife and cutting board
- Salad bowl
- Measuring cup
Ingredients
For the dressing:
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup lite mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp dried dill
- 3 tbsp white vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the salad:
- 2 large English cucumbers, sliced into ¼-inch slices
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Make the dressing: mix all dressing ingredients in a small bowl until smooth.
- Place the sliced cucumbers and onion in a salad bowl, drizzle the dressing on top, and toss to comine.
- Refrigetare for one hour prior to serving.
Nutrition
Frequently Asked Questions about Creamy Cucumber Salad
1. Can I Use Regular Cucumbers Instead Of English Cucumbers?
You certainly can, just make sure to peel and seed them before adding to the salad.
2. Can I Use Fresh Dill?
Yes! Just remember the flavor of fresh herbs is not as concentrated as the flavor of dried herbs, so double or triple the amount.
3. What If I Don’t Have Greek Yogurt?
You can use sour cream instead, but the calorie content will increase.
4. What If I Don’t Have White Vinegar?
Apple cider vinegar or fresh lemon juice are good substitutes for white vinegar.
5. Can I Add Other Ingredients?
This is a simple salad, so you can add more fresh herbs like basil or parsley, and if you want to add a bit more flavor, you can add one minced garlic clove to the dressing.
6. How Can I Make The Flavor Of Onions More Mellow?
Soak them in cold water for a few minutes before adding them to the salad, this will mellow their bite making them less overpowering.
7. What’s The Best Way To Slice Cucumbers and Onions?
If you want to ensure you have uniform slices, you can use a mandolin. Be careful because their blades are really sharp! If you don’t have a mandolin, make sure your knife is sharp to achieve thin slices.
8. How Do I Balance The Flavors?
If the salad is too tangy, add a little more sugar, and if you feel it’s too sweet, add a bit more vinegar. Remember to add salt and pepper as well!