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Garlic Dill Cucumbers

Fresh Garlic Dill Cucumbers: The Perfect Summer Side Dish

Garlic Dill Cucumbers are a quick, tangy, and refreshing summer side dish that complements any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 45
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 medium Cucumbers English or Persian for crunch
  • 1/4 cup Vinegar Apple cider or white
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Dill Chopped
Optional Add-Ons
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt or Sour Cream For creaminess
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Flakes or Jalapeños For spice
  • 1 medium Red Onion or Shallots Thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon Sumac For flavor

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Knife
  • mandoline

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash and thinly slice cucumbers into rounds or half-moons, about 1/4 inch thick.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together vinegar and olive oil, then add minced garlic, salt, and optional sugar.
  3. Add chopped dill and mix to create a dressing.
  4. Pour the dressing over cucumbers and gently toss to coat.
  5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to marinate.
  6. Serve using a slotted spoon to drain excess liquid.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 45kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best taste, marinate cucumbers for an hour or overnight. Use fresh dill for optimal flavor.

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