• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Recipe Index
    • Breakfasts
    • Appetizers
    • Soups
    • Main Dishes
    • Side Dishes
    • Lunches
    • Air Fryer Recipes
    • Salads
    • Sandwiches
    • Breads
    • Cookies-Bars
    • Desserts
    • Holidays
  • Top 10 Recipes
  • Kid’s Recipes
  • Freebies
  • FDA
  • Meet Carole

My Kitchen Escapades

menu icon
go to homepage
  • Recipe Index
    • Breakfasts
    • Appetizers
    • Soups
    • Main Dishes
    • Side Dishes
    • Lunches
    • Air Fryer Recipes
    • Salads
    • Sandwiches
    • Breads
    • Cookies-Bars
    • Desserts
    • Holidays
  • Top 10 Recipes
  • Kid’s Recipes
  • Freebies
  • FDA
  • Meet Carole
search icon
Homepage link
  • Recipe Index
    • Breakfasts
    • Appetizers
    • Soups
    • Main Dishes
    • Side Dishes
    • Lunches
    • Air Fryer Recipes
    • Salads
    • Sandwiches
    • Breads
    • Cookies-Bars
    • Desserts
    • Holidays
  • Top 10 Recipes
  • Kid’s Recipes
  • Freebies
  • FDA
  • Meet Carole
×

Home » Salads

Published: Aug 12, 2021 · Updated: Sep 27, 2022 by Carole Jones · Leave a Comment

Grandma’s Cucumber Salad with Greek Yogurt Dressing

Jump to Recipe·Print Recipe

With cucumbers spilling from garden’s and farmer’s markets right now, there is no better side dish than Grandma’s Cucumber Salad, especially since it is made without mayo or sour cream. The light greek yogurt dressing gives it a ton of flavor without taking away from the delicious, crisp cucumbers.

Grandma's Cucumber Salad with Greek Yogurt Dressing

My mom always had a garden every summer…and I truly HATED it as a kid. So many weeds to pull, vegetables to harvest, and produce to can. But of course, I followed in my mom’s footsteps and planted my first garden 26 years ago and have never looked back since.

creamy cucumber salad in a bowl

Which cucumbers are best?

If you are working with cukes straight from the garden, honestly, you can’t go wrong with any variety because they will be so crisp and sweet. Just be sure to pick them soon enough so the seeds are small and the skin is tender.

If you are getting cucumbers from the store, I always suggest English cucumbers. Those are the long skinny ones often wrapped in plastic. They have fewer and smaller seeds, making them less watery, plus their flesh is firmer and skin thinner so no need to peel them.

Grandma's Cucumber Salad with Greek Yogurt Dressing

Herb choices for Grandma’s Cucumber Salad

I know dill can be quite a divisive herb so don’t discount this yummy recipe just because there is dill in it. You can substitute your favorite fresh herb instead and still have a great side dish!

My fresh herb substitution suggestions:

  • Flat leaf Italian parsley
  • Cilantro
  • Basil
  • Chives
  • Oregano
Grandma's Cucumber Salad with Greek Yogurt Dressing

Can I use mayo or sour cream instead of yogurt?

The short answer is yes but the flavor profile (and nutritional info) will be quite different. If you use mayo or Miracle Whip, those dressing bases will be the main flavor of the salad. If you use sour cream, there will be little to no flavor because it is so bland.

I know Greek yogurt can be a divisive ingredient, but only if you’ve never had a really good Greek yogurt. There are some brands out there that are so bitter and grainy! Do you research and find one that is thick, creamy, and perfectly tangy.

creamy cucumber salad in a bowl

Looking for more great side dishes?

Broccoli & Cauliflower Salad
Feta & Parmesan Zucchini Bake

Craving more than cucumbers? Subscribe to My Kitchen Escapades to get new recipes and a weekly newsletter delivered straight to your inbox! You can also stay in touch for all the latest updates on:

  • TikTok
  • Instagram
  • Facebook
  • Pinterest
  • YouTube
Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
Grandma's Cucumber Salad with Greek Yogurt Dressing

Grandma’s Cucumber Salad with Greek Yogurt Dressing

Print Recipe
Pin Recipe

Quick and creamy side dish salad that is perfect with all the cucumbers in your garden or farmer’s market!

  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

1/2 red onion, thinly sliced

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

2 teaspoons red wine vinegar

1 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

2–3 English cucumbers, sliced thin

1 cup plain Greek yogurt

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

2 cloves garlic, minced

1–2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped

1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, combine the red onion, olive oil, vinegar, and oregano. Let the onions marinate at room temperature while preparing the rest of the salad.
  2. Place the sliced cucumbers into a large salad bowl.
  3. Combine the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, dill, salt, and black pepper. Add to the cucumbers, along with the marinated onions, including the liquid from the onions. Toss everything together really well. Taste for salt and pepper.
  4. Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

For best flavor, use full fat Greek yogurt.

  • Author: Carole Jones
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Fresh
  • Cuisine: Greek

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/6
  • Calories: 110
  • Sugar: 4.8 g
  • Sodium: 412 mg
  • Fat: 6 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 10 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 5.8 g
  • Cholesterol: 5 mg

Keywords: summer side dish, cucumber recipe

Did you make this recipe?

Tag @thecarolejones on Instagram and hashtag it #mykitchenescapades

Categories: Salads

Filed Under: Salads
Leave a Comment
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter
  • YouTube

Reader Interactions

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe rating ★☆ ★☆ ★☆ ★☆ ★☆

Primary Sidebar

Hey there my friend! I’m Carole Jones, a momma to 6 crazy kiddos and honestly, I’m just trying to get my kids to eat something that isn’t chicken nuggets and french fries.

More about me →

FOLLOW CAROLE ON YOUR FAVORITE SOCIAL MEDIA

  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Pinterest
  • YouTube
  • Instagram
  • TikTok

Recent recipes

  • Shrimp Quesadilla
    Shrimp Quesadilla
  • Air Fryer Potato Wedges
    Air Fryer Potato Wedges
  • Restaurant Style Ranch
    Restaurant Style Ranch
  • air fryer biscuits
    Air Fryer Biscuits

Popular recipes

  • Roasted Baby Potatoes
    Roasted Baby Potatoes
  • Thai Chicken Salad
    Chopped Thai Chicken Salad with Peanut Dressing
  • vegetable pasta bake
    Cheesy Vegetable Pasta Bake
  • parmesan chicken bake
    Parmesan Chicken Bake

Footer

FREE MEMBERSHIP for you weekly recipe fix




Top 5 Most Read Recipes

Pork Carnitas

Old Fashioned Donut Muffins

Parmesan Chicken Bake

Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole

Sushi Rice Recipe


Follow Carole on Your Favorite Social Media

  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Pinterest
  • YouTube
  • Instagram
  • TikTok

Recipes

Breakfast

Appetizer

Soup

Main Dish

Side Dish

Lunch

Air Fryer

Salad

Sandwich

Bread

Dessert

Grab my newest cookbook here!

30 Minute Cooking from Frozen Cookbook

My blog contains affiliate links, which means I receive a small compensation if you make a purchase using my link, at no additional cost to you. And no worries, I only link to products that I both use and love! ~ Carole


Top 10 Recipes | Privacy Policy | About

Copyright © 2023 My Kitchen Escapades