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Creamy Cucumber Dill Salad served in a bowl with fresh ingredients

Creamy Cucumber Dill Salad

A light and refreshing salad with a creamy yogurt base, crisp cucumbers, and fragrant dill, perfect as a side dish for summer meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Summer
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 large large cucumbers Choose firm, blemish-free cucumbers for the best texture.
  • 1 cup plain yogurt Use Greek yogurt for a thicker dressing.
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise For a lighter version, reduce mayo and use more yogurt.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Fresh-squeezed lemon is preferred for better acidity.
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped Use fresh dill for the best flavor; dried can be substituted.
  • to taste salt and pepper Add salt gradually to enhance cucumber's flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Peel cucumbers and slice them thinly.
  2. In a bowl, combine yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and dill. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Add the sliced cucumbers to the dressing and mix gently until well coated.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Chill the salad for 15–30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.

Notes

Serve well chilled for the best texture. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days in the fridge. Avoid freezing to maintain texture.