Low Fat Creamy Cucumber Salad
Light, refreshing, and packed with flavor, this Low Fat Creamy Cucumber Salad is a guilt-free twist on a classic favorite. Featuring crisp English cucumbers, zesty red onion, and a tangy dressing made with low-fat Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and fresh dill, this salad strikes the perfect balance between creamy and low-calorie. A touch of lemon juice and garlic powder elevate the flavors, while a quick salting technique ensures the cucumbers stay crunchy. Ready in just 20 minutes (plus chilling time), this easy recipe makes the ideal chilled side dish or a light appetizer, perfect for summer gatherings or health-conscious meal plans. Enjoy a nutritious salad packed with texture, flavor, and freshness!
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Ingredients
- 2 large English cucumbers
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Low-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 small Red onion
Directions
Step 1
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and pat them dry with a kitchen towel.
Step 2
Slice the cucumbers thinly using a mandoline slicer or a sharp knife. You can choose to peel them or leave the skin on for added texture.
Step 3
Place the cucumber slices in a colander and sprinkle with 0.5 teaspoon of salt. Toss to ensure all slices are covered. Let it sit for about 10 minutes to release excess water.
Step 4
While the cucumbers are draining, prepare the dressing. In a medium bowl, combine the low-fat Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, chopped fresh dill, lemon juice, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix well until smooth.
Step 5
Thinly slice the red onion and add to the dressing mixture.
Step 6
After the cucumbers have drained, gently press them with a paper towel to remove any remaining moisture.
Step 7
Add the drained cucumber slices to the bowl with the dressing and onions. Toss everything together until the cucumbers are thoroughly coated with the dressing.
Step 8
For the best flavor, refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 9
Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish or a starter.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1128.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 420.7 |
| Total Fat 9.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g | |
| Cholesterol 29.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1397.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 67.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 43.5g | |
| Protein 27.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 88.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 369.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1637.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories