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Fresh Creamy No-Mayo Dill Cucumber Red Onion Salad

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A light, refreshing cucumber and red onion salad with a creamy no-mayo dressing made from Greek yogurt and sour cream, flavored with fresh dill. Perfect for summer gatherings and quick to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium Persian cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 small clove garlic, minced (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

  1. Wash the cucumbers and slice them thinly (about 1/8 inch thickness) using a mandoline or sharp knife.
  2. Peel and thinly slice the red onion, then soak it in cold water for 10 minutes to reduce sharpness. Drain and pat dry thoroughly.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, sour cream, lemon juice, honey, and olive oil until smooth.
  4. Add minced garlic if using, then season with salt and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  5. Place the sliced cucumbers and drained onions in a large mixing bowl. Add the chopped fresh dill.
  6. Pour the creamy dressing over the veggies and toss gently to coat evenly.
  7. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes before serving to let flavors meld.
  8. Just before serving, gently stir the salad and adjust salt or lemon juice if needed.

Notes

Soak the red onions in cold water to mellow their sharpness. Use Persian cucumbers for best texture and less wateriness. Pat cucumbers dry or use a salad spinner to avoid a watery salad. Chill the salad for at least 20 minutes to meld flavors. For vegan option, substitute Greek yogurt and sour cream with plant-based alternatives.

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Keywords: cucumber salad, no mayo salad, dill cucumber salad, creamy cucumber salad, healthy salad, summer salad, red onion salad

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