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Creamy cucumber dip served in a bowl with fresh herbs on top

Creamy Refreshing Cucumber Dip

A delightful and refreshing dip made with cucumbers, Greek yogurt, and herbs, perfect for hot summer days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 70
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 1 large cucumber, peeled and diced Peel if preferred.
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt Can use dairy-free yogurt for a vegan option.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Adjust amount to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped Or use 1 teaspoon dried dill.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Fresh lemon juice preferred.
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: a dash of cayenne pepper for a kick

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Peel and dice the cucumber into small bite-sized pieces.
  2. Place diced cucumbers in a colander for about 10 minutes to drain excess moisture.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, minced garlic, fresh dill, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Gently fold the drained cucumbers into the yogurt mixture without mashing them.
  5. Add a dash of cayenne pepper if desired.
Chilling
  1. Cover the bowl and let the dip chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 4gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

Feel free to experiment with flavors by adding mint or parsley. For a quick prep, use pre-chopped cucumbers. This dip is great as a snack, appetizer, or topping for tacos.

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