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Creamy Dill Cucumber Salad

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A simple, fresh, and creamy cucumber salad with shaved red onion and white wine vinegar, perfect as a light summer side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium English cucumbers, thinly sliced or shaved
  • 1 small red onion, shaved paper-thin
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice (optional)
  • 1 small clove garlic, minced (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon sugar or honey (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and dry the cucumbers. Using a mandoline or sharp knife, slice them thinly—about 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick. If watery, place slices in a colander, sprinkle lightly with salt, and let sit for 15 minutes to draw out excess moisture. Then, gently pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Cut the red onion in half, peel off the skin, and slice as thin as possible. If raw onion is too strong, soak slices in cold water for 10 minutes, then drain.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, white wine vinegar, lemon juice (if using), minced garlic, sugar or honey, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  4. Add the cucumbers, shaved red onion, and chopped dill to the bowl with the dressing. Toss gently with salad servers or tongs until evenly coated, avoiding overmixing.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld and soften the onion’s bite.
  6. Before serving, gently toss the salad again and taste. Adjust salt or vinegar if needed.

Notes

Salting and draining cucumbers is essential to avoid a watery salad. Thinly shave onions and soak if you prefer milder flavor. Chill salad for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor. Can be stored refrigerated up to 2 days but best fresh.

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