High-Protein Creamy Cucumber Salad Recipe
This High-Protein Creamy Cucumber Salad is a refreshing, light, and protein-packed dish perfect for keto and low-carb lifestyles. The combination of crisp cucumbers and creamy Greek yogurt dressing creates a balanced and satisfying meal. Quick to prepare and incredibly flavorful, it’s a healthy recipe you’ll come back to again and again.
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumbers
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp dill
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and slice them thinly using a sharp knife or mandoline slicer so the pieces are evenly sized and absorb the dressing well.
- Place the sliced cucumbers in a large mixing bowl and set them aside while you prepare the dressing.
- In a separate bowl combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped fresh dill, salt, and black pepper.
- Whisk the mixture until it becomes smooth and creamy with all ingredients evenly blended.
- Pour the creamy dressing over the sliced cucumbers.
- Gently toss the cucumbers with the dressing until every slice is evenly coated.
- Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with extra salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired.
- Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator for about 10–20 minutes so the flavors can blend together.
- Before serving, give the salad one final gentle stir.
- Garnish with additional fresh dill or cracked black pepper.
- Serve chilled for the best refreshing flavor and creamy texture.