Name: Tomato Cucumber Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 10-12 ounces of cherry or grape tomatoes, cut in half; 1 English cucumber, diced; ¼ cup fresh dill, chopped; ½ cup Greek yogurt; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 clove garlic, minced; Salt and pepper to taste

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This Tomato Cucumber Salad with Creamy Dill Dressing is one of our favorite salads to make, especially with the warmer weather ahead. It is vegetarian, made with just a few simple ingredients and ready in less that 15 minutes. It is perfect to make in the morning and take with you for an afternoon barbeque.

Tomato Cucumber Salad with Creamy Dill Dressing in a white bowl

Best Cucumbers to Use

When you’re at the grocery store, you’ll come across different types of cucumbers. The “regular” ones have a thicker, waxy skin and are the most affordable.

English cucumbers are long and skinny, wrapped in plastic, and are usually pricier. Mini cucumbers, also known as Persian cucumbers, are like English cucumbers but shorter and perfect for snacking.

Any type of cucumber will work for this salad, but we prefer English or mini cucumbers because of their thinner skin and the seeds are usually not bitter. They are also easier to eat without peeling.

To peel or not to peel? You don’t have to peel a regular, Persian or English cucumber, but you can and probably should if using regular cucumbers! We like to keep the skin on English and Persian cucumbers for the extra flavor, nutrients and fiber it provides.

Best Tomatoes to Use

As with cucumbers when at the store, you will find a variety to choose from. For this salad we recommend small tomatoes such as cherry or grape tomatoes. These are easy to slice in half and are bite sized. You can also use specialty tomatoes such as sugar bomb tomatoes or gourmet rainbow tomatoes.

Ingredients

1 pint container of cherry or grape tomatoes, cut in half
1 English cucumber, diced
1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tablespoon good olive oil
1 small clove garlic, minced
salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the halved tomatoes and diced cucumber.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, and chopped dill. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Pour the creamy dill dressing over the tomato cucumber mixture and toss gently to combine.
Serve chilled and enjoy!

Serving Suggestions

Here are some ideas on how to enjoy this creamy cucumber tomato salad:

You can serve it right away or let it chill in the fridge for a couple of hours.

It’s perfect for a summer cookout, whether you’re grilling chicken, kebabs, or the classic hamburgers and hotdogs.

Additionally, this salad makes a quick and refreshing lunch option. You can pair it with a sandwich, wrap or a bowl of soup for a quick meal.

Variations to Tomato Cucumber Salad

This tomato cucumber salad with creamy dill dressing is versatile and can be customized to suit your taste preferences. Here are a few variations you can try:

1. Add Feta Cheese

If you like cheese and want extra flavor, crumbled feta is a good option for this tomato cucumber salad, it adds a salty flavor. Simply sprinkle some feta cheese over the top before serving.

2. Add Red Onion

For extra flavor and texture you can add fresh red onion to this salad. Just slice up about half of a small red onion and mix it in with the ingredients.

3. Swap Greek Yogurt for Sour Cream

If you prefer a richer and tangier dressing, you can substitute Greek yogurt with sour cream. This will give the salad a slightly different flavor profile.

4. Add Protein

If you want to turn this salad into a complete meal, consider adding some protein. Grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas are all great options that will make the salad more filling.

Give this tomato cucumber salad with creamy dill dressing a try and enjoy the refreshing taste of summer!

2 Servings