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Creamy Cucumber Salad
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- 8
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- 15 Min
This refreshing Creamy Cucumber Salad earns big points as a healthy side dish option. We use yogurt instead of mayonnaise to make a creamy dressing that's better for you. We love bringing this creamy cucumber salad recipe along to potlucks, because it's a nice change from your typical coleslaw and potato salad.
What You'll Need
- 3 large cucumbers
- 1 small onion, grated (about 1/2 cup)
- 2 cups plain yogurt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon dried mint leaves (see Option)
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
What to Do
- Peel cucumbers and slice in half lengthwise. Scoop out seeds and coarsely chop cucumbers; place in a large bowl.
- Add remaining ingredients to cucumbers; mix well. Serve immediately, or cover and chill until ready to use.
Notes
- When fresh mint is available, go ahead and use it. Coarsely chop 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves and use it in place of dried mint.
- You can use Greek yogurt in place of normal yogurt, if you'd like.
- Other refreshing cucumber salads you're sure to like are our Marinated Cucumber Salad and Every Mama's Favorite Cucumber Salad.
If you enjoyed this creamy cucumber salad recipe, be sure to check out our free eCookbook, Simply Deli Salads: 28 Best Recipes for Potato Salad, Macaroni Salad & More.
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BeckySue
May 25, 2016
I love cucumber salad! I use half mayo and half Greek yogurt and throw in some cherry tomatoes for color and a tiny bit of diced red onion for boldness.
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jynx
Jul 28, 2015
what about bacon on top?
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Test Kitchen Team
Jul 29, 2015
You can certainly crumble cooked bacon on top if that's what you prefer - enjoy!
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gypsy 2014
Jul 10, 2014
Try replacing the yogurt with sour cream - it's very, very good. And I left out the mint, too.
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dinarod70 4077050
Jun 06, 2014
I made this today and omitted the mint, it was delicious . Will make again.
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stoogeno7 3260037
Mar 19, 2014
chopped chives ought to give it some added flavor
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avett
May 29, 2014
It already has onion in it, that should be enough in the onion department.
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066dearie11 5144329
Feb 17, 2014
LOVE THIS RECEIPE IT TASTE SO COOL AND I EAT MORE THAN I SHOULD.
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judyfl4701 7316861
Sep 01, 2013
I have to agree with Denise. Not good, I tried everything from vinegar, sugar mustard. I was to serve it today for a crowd, a labor day cookout, I hate to say I'm to embarrassed to serve it. What worse is I made a double recipe. I think you should remove this from your web. Judy F
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ramblinrose20002000 5637247
Aug 16, 2014
The only way this is good, is to use miracle whip, some milk to thin to desired consistency, sugar and salt to taste. It tastes NOTHING like this, yet is very refreshing, and DELICIOUS!
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cdedbdb
Aug 24, 2013
Made this earlier this year. Wouldn't say I didn't like it but was not too crazy about it either
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clean621 7490617
Jul 15, 2013
sounds awesome, will make today
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hawkeye2808 9117711
Jul 06, 2013
nice do add the gourmet vinegar & dash of sugar
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mnmnd 5403227
Apr 20, 2013
I would add some vinegar, fresh dill instead of the dry/fresh mint, 1 clove of fresh garlic finely minced insead of the powder and a dash of suggar or sweetner.
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clc129 9220629
Apr 27, 2013
I like the idea of the dill. Dill was always something my mother added to many of her dishes.
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denise1
Apr 16, 2013
I tried this and it was awful. I took it to a pot luck and no one really liked it. I'm not being mean as I have made many many of these recipes and most are very good.
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13121592345
Apr 05, 2013
Sounds good and will give it a try, My recipe has always been to use Miracle Whip diluted with a little milk and a tsp or so of sugar. Adding some tomato chuncks also gives a delightful flavor
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catlady6866 2887274
Apr 05, 2013
I've always made mine with 'lite' sour cream and some 'Half & Half". I "eye-ball" the amoint depending upon how many cucumbers I'm using. I also add a tiny bit of sugar and vinegar. I don't use mint, but I add finely chopped fresh 'dill weed'. It's terrific!
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prestonkellyann 3227658
Aug 08, 2012
This sounds close to another recipe that uses sourcream. Ill try this next! And ?red onion right?.
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therope5 2599890
May 08, 2012
Why can't I save a lot of these recipes in my recipe box?
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grachieq 3481020
Apr 08, 2012
It's good! Best w/ grilled lamb chops!
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