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Delicious and Easy Cucumber Dill Dip

Cool & Creamy Cucumber Dill Dip

This light, herby dip is a refreshing twist on classic tzatziki—perfect for parties, snacks, or as a sandwich spread! Ready in 10 minutes and packed with fresh flavors.
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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Dip
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Chilling: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 35kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt full-fat for creaminess
  • 1 medium cucumber grated and drained
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp olive oil optional, for garnish

Instructions

  • Drain Cucumber: Grate cucumber, toss with salt, and squeeze out excess water.
  • Mix: In a bowl, combine yogurt, cucumber, dill, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  • Chill: Refrigerate for 30 minutes to let flavors blend.
  • Serve: Drizzle with olive oil and extra dill. Enjoy with veggies or pita!

Notes

  • Texture Tip: Use full-fat yogurt for a richer dip.
  • Make Ahead: Flavors deepen if made a day in advance.
  • Add-Ins: Try mint or a pinch of cumin for variation.
  • Vegan Option: Use coconut yogurt.
  • Storage: Keep covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 35kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 0.5g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Sodium: 100mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 2g