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Cucumber Salad

This Cucumber Salad is a fresh and flavorful side dish made with sliced cucumbers, fresh and pickled red onions with a tangy vinaigrette dressing. Perfect for spring and summer picnics, barbecues and a delicious way to use up those garden vegetables. Pairs well with any main and is naturally gluten-free, vegan, paleo, low carb with a Whole30 option. 

Course Salad
Cuisine American
Keyword cucumber salad, cucumber tomato salad, tomato salad
Prep Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 166 kcal
Author Kelly

Ingredients

  • 1 medium English cucumber , sliced thinly and evenly into coins (about 2 cups)
  • 1 small red onion , finely diced (about 1/2 cup) (optional: to remove some of the bite, soak the onions in a small bowl of cold water for 10 minutes, then drain)
  • 3 tbsp finely chopped fresh dill plus more for garnish

Dressing

  • ½ cup unsweetened plain thick Greek-style yogurt or plain coconut yogurt , dairy-free or regular - we like Kite-Hill, Culina, Yoggu or Cocojune
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp dijon mustard
  • 1 garlic clove , finely minced or grated
  • Coarse sea salt or Kosher salt to taste
  • ½ - 1 tsp maple syrup , or preferred sticky liquid sweetener
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Add the ingredients for the salad, side by side into a large bowl: cucumbers, onions and dill.
  2. In a bowl or measuring cup, whisk together all the ingredients for the dressing until smooth. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed..
  3. Add the dressing to the salad. Toss gently to combine.
  4. Garnish with more fresh dill, black pepper and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Cucumber Salad
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 166 Calories from Fat 108
% Daily Value*
Fat 12g18%
Carbohydrates 8g3%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 5g6%
Protein 1g2%
* Nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy using the WPRM recipe calculator. It is best to make your own calculations to ensure accuracy. We expressly disclaim any and all liability of any kind with respect to any act or omission wholly or in part in reliance on anything contained in this website. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.