Can it be made ahead of time?

Once mixed, this salad is best served immediately or within 30 minutes of tossing together. To prep ahead, mix the dressing and store it in a separate container from the sliced cucumbers. Then just toss everything together right before serving.

How long does this salad last in the fridge?

I don't find that this salad stores well once it has been mixed together. It's better to store the dressing separately and then just toss together the quantity of salad that will be eaten.

Do you peel cucumbers for salad?

I don't tend to peel the English cucumbers in this salad since they are thin skinned. One less thing to do! However, you can peel them if you prefer. I do peel them first when I make Creamy German Cucumber Salad . It all comes down to personal preference! However, if you use field cucumbers, it is a good idea to peel the skin as it tends to be tough,

Cucumber Yogurt Salad (Creamy + Refreshing)

Name: Cucumber Yogurt Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 2 English cucumbers; 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (or plain yogurt); 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1/2 lemon, zested and juiced (approx. 1 tablespoon lemon juice); 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste (I use pink Himalayan or sea salt); freshly ground pepper, to taste

Description

This refreshing Cucumber Yogurt Salad recipe features all the flavors of tzatziki in salad form. It’s loaded with crunchy cucumbers, creamy Greek yogurt, fresh dill, garlic and lemon. A quick and easy side dish that is SO GOOD!

Ingredients

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2 English cucumbers
1/2 cup Greek yogurt (or plain yogurt)
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 lemon, zested and juiced (approx. 1 tablespoon lemon juice)
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste (I use pink Himalayan or sea salt)
freshly ground pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Slice: Thinly slice the cucumbers with a mandoline, slicing side of a box grater, food processor with thin slice attachment or a knife.
Make Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining ingredients.
Mix Together: Place the cucumber slices and dressing into a mixing bowl. Toss to combine.
Serve or Chill: Serve immediately or place in the fridge to chill for up to 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Safety Tip: If you are using a mandoline to slice the cucumbers, I highly recommend some cut resistant gloves to avoid accidents.
Make Dressing Ahead: If you have some time, make the dressing ahead of time and place it in the fridge for an hour or more to let the flavors combine.
Spiralize It: If you have a spiralizer, you can also spiralize the cucumbers into flat ribbon shapes instead of slicing them. It’s a fun presentation idea!
Storage + Make Ahead Tips: This salad is best served immediately or within 30 minutes if you choose to chill it first. It does not store well once mixed. To prep ahead, mix the dressing and store in a separate container from the sliced cucumbers. Toss together just before serving.
If you love cucumber salad, then you might also want to try this Creamy German Cucumber Salad recipe.