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Overhead editorial food photography of cucumber dill Greek yogurt salad in a shallow white ceramic bowl on a white marble kitchen counter, made with thinly sliced unpeeled thin English cucumbers with visible dark green edges, thick plain Greek yogurt dressing, fresh lemon juice, olive oil, finely grated garlic, fresh chopped dill, fresh chopped parsley, thin slices of red onion throughout the salad, cracked black pepper, and a light glossy coating from the dressing, cucumber slices cut very thin and evenly, creamy dressing clearly clinging to the cucumbers, fresh cold summer salad, soft natural window light, bright white kitchen background, clean fresh styling, realistic textures, no text, no watermark

Cucumber Dill Greek Yogurt Salad

InsiderMama.com
This cucumber dill Greek yogurt salad is crisp, creamy, tangy, and fresh. The salted cucumbers help keep the dressing thick instead of watery.
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Prep Time 35 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large English cucumbers thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt divided
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small garlic clove finely grated
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley optional
  • 1 teaspoon honey optional
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons thinly sliced red onion optional

Instructions
 

  • Slice the English cucumbers into thin rounds or half-moons.
  • Place the sliced cucumbers in a colander.
  • Toss the cucumbers with ½ teaspoon kosher salt.
  • Let the cucumbers drain for 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Pat the cucumbers dry with paper towels or a clean kitchen towel.
  • Add the Greek yogurt to a medium bowl.
  • Add the fresh lemon juice, olive oil, finely grated garlic, chopped fresh dill, black pepper, and remaining ½ teaspoon kosher salt.
  • Stir the dressing until smooth and creamy.
  • Taste the dressing.
  • Add the honey if the dressing tastes too sharp.
  • Fold the dried cucumber slices into the dressing gently.
  • Add the thinly sliced red onion and chopped fresh parsley, if using.
  • Chill the salad for 15 minutes before serving.
  • Taste the salad again.
  • Adjust with more salt, lemon juice, or dill if needed.