Creamy Cucumber Salad
A creamy, crunchy, and refreshing cucumber salad packed with colorful veggies like carrots, edamame, and red onions, all coated in a healthy Greek yogurt-based dressing. This light yet satisfying dish is perfect as a side, snack, or meal prep favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large cucumber, thinly sliced or ribboned
- 1 medium carrot, julienned
- ½ cup cooked edamame (shelled)
- ¼ small red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill or chives, chopped
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Place sliced cucumber in a colander, sprinkle with a little salt, and let sit for 10 minutes. Pat dry.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cucumber, carrot, edamame, and red onion.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat.
- Chill for 15–20 minutes, then sprinkle with fresh herbs and serve.
Notes
- Use thick, full-fat Greek yogurt for best results.
- Salting the cucumbers helps reduce wateriness.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
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