Cucumber Yogurt Salad
This quick Cucumber Yogurt Salad is creamy, refreshing and will remind you of tzatziki. Made with Greek yogurt, it’s high in protein and low in calories. Perfect as a healthy side dish for hot summer days.
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Total Time5 minutes mins
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Clean eating, Gluten-free, Low calorie, Low carb
Keyword: cucumbers, Greek yogurt, salad
Servings: 4 servings
- 2 English cucumbers
- ⅓ red onion thinly sliced
- ¾ cup (180 g) Greek yogurt minimum 5% fat
- 1 tbsp lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp fresh dill chopped
- ⅙ tsp garlic powder optional
- salt and pepper to taste
Slice the English cucumbers into thin rounds using a sharp knife, mandolin slicer, or food processor. Cut the onion into thin slices.
Add Greek yogurt, lemon juice, chopped dill, garlic powder, salt and pepper to a bowl. Whisk all ingredients together until you get a smooth cream.
In a large bowl, combine sliced cucumbers with sliced onions. Add the yogurt and gently stir to coat. Taste and adjust with salt and pepper to your likings.
Serve fresh for the best taste and a crunchy texture, or refrigerate in a food container for up to 2 days.
Storage Directions
This salad tastes better fresh, after you mix cucumbers with yogurt. It has the freshest taste and the best crunchy texture.
- To store: If you have leftovers or make it ahead, cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer to a food container and refrigerate for a maximum of 2 days.
Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 54.9kcal | Carbohydrates: 8.3g | Protein: 5.7g | Fat: 0.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Cholesterol: 2.3mg | Sodium: 19.7mg | Potassium: 303.4mg | Fiber: 0.9g | Sugar: 4.5g | Vitamin A: 167.4IU | Vitamin C: 6.4mg | Calcium: 76.6mg | Iron: 0.5mg