Cucumber Salad with Cream Cheese (Printer-Friendly)

A crunchy cucumber salad with a tangy cream cheese dressing.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 large English cucumbers, thinly sliced
02 - 4 radishes, thinly sliced (optional)

→ Cream Cheese Dressing

03 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened
04 - 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt
05 - 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
06 - 1 tsp white wine vinegar
07 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
08 - 1 clove garlic, minced
09 - ¼ tsp black pepper
10 - ½ tsp kosher salt

→ Toppings

11 - 2 tbsp everything bagel seasoning

# How to Cook:

01 - Wash and thinly slice the cucumbers and radishes. Place in a large bowl and set aside.
02 - In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, vinegar, dill, minced garlic, pepper, and salt. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
03 - Pour the cream cheese dressing over the sliced cucumbers and toss gently until evenly coated.
04 - Transfer the salad to a serving platter or bowl. Sprinkle everything bagel seasoning generously over the top.
05 - Serve immediately for a crisp texture, or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes for more developed flavors.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This salad is a perfect balance of crunch and creaminess.
  • It takes only 15 minutes to whip up—ideal for quick gatherings.
02 -
  • Be careful not to over-salt when adding the cream cheese; a little goes a long way.
  • Slicing the cucumbers too thick can make them less enjoyable, aim for paper-thin slices for the best crunch.
03 -
  • Slicing veggies at an angle can create a beautiful shape and texture.
  • The fresher the cucumbers, the better the salad will taste.
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