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Creamy Garlic Cucumber Tomato Salad Recipe Easy Fresh Dill Dressing

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A velvety yet crisp salad featuring thinly sliced cucumbers and cherry tomatoes coated in a creamy garlic-dill dressing. This refreshing side dish balances fresh herbs and rich creaminess for a satisfying summer meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar or apple cider vinegar (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Vegetables (10 minutes): Peel cucumbers if preferred and slice thinly (about 1/8 inch). Halve cherry tomatoes and finely chop fresh dill, removing thick stalks.
  2. Make the Dressing (5 minutes): In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream or Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and vinegar if using. Season with salt and pepper. Thin with a teaspoon of water or lemon juice if too thick.
  3. Toss the Salad (2 minutes): In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, tomatoes, and dill. Pour dressing over and gently toss to coat evenly without mashing tomatoes.
  4. Chill and Rest (at least 20 minutes): Refrigerate salad to allow flavors to meld and garlic to mellow.
  5. Final Touch: Before serving, gently toss salad again and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or extra lemon juice as desired.

Notes

For best texture, slice cucumbers about 1/8 inch thick and drain excess liquid by salting and resting cucumbers before mixing. Let salad chill at least 20 minutes for flavors to meld. Use fresh dill for best flavor. Dressing can be thinned with water or lemon juice if too thick. Optional ingredient swaps include Greek yogurt for sour cream, almond milk yogurt for dairy-free, and zucchini ribbons for cucumbers.

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