Cucumber Yogurt Dip Recipe

Cool down your favorite dishes with this incredibly refreshing Cucumber Yogurt Dip! Perfect as a creamy sauce for roasted meats, a tangy addition to wraps and rice bowls, or a vibrant dip for veggies and pita bread. This recipe uses strained yogurt for an extra-thick, luxurious texture, but you can skip that step if you have thick Greek yogurt on hand. The vibrant flavors of cucumber and garlic beautifully complement curries and other spiced dishes, adding a cool counterpoint to heat. Make a batch today and experience the versatility of this amazing dip!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 125 mins
Calories 47.2 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cucumber Yogurt Dip

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How to Make Cucumber Yogurt Dip

  1. **Strain the Yogurt (Optional):** Line a fine-mesh colander with cheesecloth or a coffee filter and place it over a bowl. Pour 1 cup plain yogurt into the lined colander. Let it drain for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight in the refrigerator (cover with plastic wrap). This step is optional if using thick Greek yogurt.
  2. **Prepare the Cucumber:** Peel and finely chop 1 medium cucumber (about 1 cup chopped).
  3. **Combine Ingredients:** In a medium bowl, combine the strained yogurt (or 1 cup thick Greek yogurt), chopped cucumber, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh dill, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. **Mix Well:** Stir all ingredients until thoroughly combined.
  5. **Chill & Serve:** Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled with your favorite foods. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days (note that the garlic flavor may intensify).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

6g

Carbs

1g