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Fresh Creamy Cucumber Dill Salad

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A light, refreshing summer side dish featuring crisp cucumbers and a creamy dill dressing made with cottage cheese and Greek yogurt. Perfect for quick meals and gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced (English cucumbers preferred)
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 1/2 cup cottage cheese
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1–2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Wash and peel cucumbers if desired. Slice thinly about 1/8-inch thick. Optionally, sprinkle with salt and let sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture, then pat dry.
  2. Thinly slice the red onion into rings or half-rings. Soak in cold water for 5 minutes if you want to reduce sharpness, then drain well.
  3. In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, and minced garlic if using. Blend until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine cucumber slices, onion, and chopped dill. Pour the dressing over and gently toss to coat evenly.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to let flavors meld. Stir before serving and adjust seasoning if needed.

Notes

Salting cucumbers and patting dry prevents watery salad. Blending cottage cheese with yogurt creates a smooth dressing. Chill salad for at least 15 minutes before serving for best flavor. For vegan version, substitute cottage cheese and Greek yogurt with coconut yogurt or silken tofu. Adjust acidity gradually to avoid overpowering flavors.

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Keywords: cucumber salad, creamy cucumber salad, dill salad, summer side dish, light salad, easy salad recipe

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