Creamy Cucumber Salad
Introduction
This creamy cucumber salad is the ultimate solution for a light, refreshing, and easy-to-prepare dish. Perfect as a starter, a side, or even a quick lunch, it combines crisp cucumbers, colorful vegetables, and a luscious yogurt-based dressing for a perfect balance of flavors. Ideal for sunny days, picnics, or simple family meals, this salad is both healthy and satisfying. Its crunchy texture and creamy coating make it a crowd-pleaser that can be customized with seasonal vegetables or extra toppings.
Ingredients
For the vegetables
- 3 small cucumbers (or 2 medium), washed and thinly sliced
- 1 small carrot, peeled and grated (50 g / 1.8 oz)
- 1 firm tomato, finely diced (100 g / 3.5 oz)
- ¼ red onion, finely sliced (25 g / 0.9 oz)
For the creamy dressing
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt (30 g / 1 oz)
- 1 tablespoon light mayonnaise (15 g / 0.5 oz)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (15 ml)
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar (5 ml)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (15 ml)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill or chives (4 g)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Optional topping
- A few toasted sunflower or sesame seeds for crunch (5–10 g)
Directions
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