Cucumber Salad with Cream Cheese (Printable)

A fresh cucumber salad with creamy dressing and savory bagel seasoning.

# What Goes In:

→ 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 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
06 - 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
07 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
08 - 1 clove garlic, minced
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
10 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

→ Toppings

11 - 2 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning

# How to Make It:

01 - Wash and thinly slice the cucumbers (and radishes, if using). 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 Tips:

01 -
  • This salad is as quick as it is delightful, taking just 15 minutes to whip up.
  • The creamy dressing perfectly complements the crunch of fresh cucumbers, making every bite refreshing.
02 -
  • Initially, I didn’t think to salt the cucumbers beforehand, which led to a watery salad; always sprinkle a bit of salt to draw out moisture.
  • Exploring different herbs can completely change the salad—try swapping dill with finely chopped chives or parsley for a fresh twist.
03 -
  • Letting your salad chill for at least 15 minutes brings all the flavors together.
  • Experimenting with seasonal vegetables can add exciting flavors and colors.
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