Dairy-Free Creamy Cucumber Salad
Refreshingly light yet decadently creamy, this Dairy-Free Creamy Cucumber Salad is the perfect addition to your table, whether you're hosting a summer barbecue or seeking a quick, healthy side dish. Crisp cucumber slices and tangy red onion are tossed with a luscious dairy-free yogurt dressing, infused with the bold flavors of apple cider vinegar, fresh dill, Dijon mustard, and a hint of maple syrup for a touch of sweetness. This salad is not only ultra flavorful, but also vegan-friendly, gluten-free, and ready in just 15 minutes—making it an ideal go-to for busy weeknights or meal prepping. Serve it chilled to let the flavors fully meld and make every bite irresistibly cool and creamy. Perfect for anyone searching for "dairy-free cucumber salad" or "healthy creamy summer recipes"!
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Ingredients
- 2 large cucumber
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup dairy-free yogurt
Directions
Step 1
Peel the cucumbers if desired, then slice them into thin rounds, about 1/8 inch thick. Place the cucumber slices in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Thinly slice the red onion and add to the mixing bowl with the cucumbers.
Step 3
Roughly chop the fresh dill and sprinkle it over the cucumbers and onions.
Step 4
In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, dijon mustard, maple syrup, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
Step 5
Add the dairy-free yogurt to the dressing mixture and whisk until smooth and well combined.
Step 6
Pour the dressing over the cucumber and onion mixture in the large bowl.
Step 7
Gently toss everything together until the cucumbers and onions are evenly coated with the creamy dressing.
Step 8
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 9
Before serving, toss the salad again to redistribute the dressing. Adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed and serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1045.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 280.2 |
| Total Fat 5.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1357.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 57.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 30.5g | |
| Protein 7.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 274.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1460.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories