Cucumber dip, a refreshing and versatile dish, is a delightful addition to any gathering. This creamy and flavorful dip is made with fresh cucumbers, tangy Greek yogurt, aromatic dill, and a hint of garlic. It offers a cool and crisp complement to various snacks and can be easily customized to suit different tastes. Whether you prefer a classic cucumber dip or one with a spicy kick, this article provides three delectable recipes that cater to your preferences. Explore the classic cucumber dip recipe for a timeless flavor, the spicy cucumber dip recipe for an added zing, and the cucumber dill dip recipe for a refreshing twist. Each recipe includes straightforward instructions, allowing you to whip up this delightful dip in no time. Get ready to impress your guests with this delicious and versatile cucumber dip.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
TZATZIKI SAUCE (YOGURT AND CUCUMBER DIP)
Drain some low-fat yogurt overnight to make this yummy cucumber dressing. This is a delicious topping for grilled chicken or meat. It's also a great dip for veggies and pita chips.
Provided by Lobbylady
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Tzatziki
Time 10h25m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Line a colander with two layers of cheesecloth and place it over a medium bowl. Place the yogurt on the cheesecloth and cover the colander with plastic wrap. Allow yogurt to drain overnight.
- Lay grated cucumber on a plate lined with paper towel; allow to drain 1 to 2 hours.
- Combine the drained yogurt, cucumber, garlic, parsley, mint, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 21.1 calories, Carbohydrate 2.8 g, Cholesterol 1.7 mg, Fat 0.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 44.6 mg, Sugar 2.3 g
GREEK-STYLE CUCUMBER AND YOGURT DIP WITH DILL
Categories Condiment/Spread Dairy Herb Vegetable Appetizer No-Cook Cocktail Party Picnic Super Bowl Yogurt Cucumber Summer Poker/Game Night Sour Cream Dill Bon Appétit Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Line sieve with cheesecloth and place over medium bowl. Place yogurt in sieve. Cover with plastic wrap and allow to drain in refrigerator overnight.
- Mix cucumber and 1 tablespoon salt in small bowl; cover and chill 3 hours.
- Transfer drained yogurt to another bowl. Mix in sour cream, lemon juice, dill and garlic. Squeeze out as much excess liquid as possible from cucumber. Stir cucumber into yogurt. Season with pepper. Cover; chill at least 2 hours. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Keep refrigerated.)
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Place pita wedges on baking sheets. Brush with olive oil. Bake until crisp, about 10 minutes. Cool. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Store pita airtight at room temperature.) Serve cucumber dip with baked pita wedges.
DILL CUCUMBER DIP
This cool, refreshing dip is great in the summer, and a fine way to use fresh garden cucumbers. Serve with crackers or chips.
Provided by MOLSON7
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes
Time 5m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place cream cheese in a medium bowl. Beat until smooth. Stir in cucumbers, mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, dill weed and hot pepper sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 100.6 calories, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 13.8 mg, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 82.6 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
TZATZIKI SAUCE -YOGURT AND CUCUMBER DIP
Drain some low-fat yogurt overnight to make this yummy cucumber dressing. This is a delicious topping for grilled chicken or meat. It's also a great dip for veggies and pita chips. Added another clove of garlic ( werewolves in Florida). Eliminated the parsley and go a little bit heavier on the fresh dill.
Provided by jslingo
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Tzatziki
Time 10h15m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Line a colander with two layers of cheesecloth and place it over a bowl. Place yogurt on the cheesecloth and cover the colander with plastic wrap. Allow yogurt to drain, 8 hours to overnight.
- Place grated cucumber in a fine mesh strainer; allow to drain 1 to 2 hours.
- Mix yogurt, cucumber, dill, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Refrigerate for flavors to blend, at least 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 20.3 calories, Carbohydrate 2.5 g, Cholesterol 1.7 mg, Fat 0.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 20.3 mg, Sugar 2 g
CUCUMBER-DILL YOGURT DIP
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, mix together yogurt, cucumber, dill, coriander, red pepper flakes, vinegar, and salt until evenly combined. Season well with freshly ground black pepper, taste, and adjust seasoning, as needed. Serve with an assortment of vegetables for dipping.
CUCUMBER DIP
The dill flavor in this creamy summer favorite goes great with cucumber slices. Kids love it -- it never lasts long! Try this dip with other veggies, as well.
Provided by THE MOM
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes
Time 8h10m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, mix sour cream, mayonnaise, onion, parsley, dill weed, Beau Monde ™ seasoning, seasoning salt and pepper. Cover and chill in the refrigerator 8 hours, or overnight, before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 104.9 calories, Carbohydrate 1.1 g, Cholesterol 9.2 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 129.5 mg, Sugar 0.2 g
GARLIC CUCUMBER DIP
Creamy and full of fresh flavor, this classic Greek cucumber dip is a great appetizer served with pita bread, crackers or vegetables. This dip is also a must-have accompaniment to marinated lamb chunks cooked on a skewer. -Lisa Stavropoulos, Stouffville, Ontario
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 20m
Yield 2 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Peel cucumber; cut in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds. Grate cucumber; squeeze between paper towels several times to remove excess moisture. , Place cucumber in a small bowl; stir in the yogurt, sour cream, oil, dill, vinegar, garlic and salt. Refrigerate until chilled. If desired, drizzle with additional oil and sprinkle with additional dill. Serve with pita wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 111 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 93mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
COOL CUCUMBER DIP
"You can whip up this creamy dip in your food processor in no time, then chill it 'til company comes," suggests Gail Rhoades of Denver, Colorado. "The garden-fresh flavor of the cucumber really complements the vegetable dippers. Be sure to warn your guests to save room for the main course!"
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 5m
Yield 2 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor; cover and process until smooth. Chill until serving. Serve with raw vegetables.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 110 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 153mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
CUCUMBER DILL DIP
This cool and creamy dip keeps the oven free for other foods on Thanksgiving. You can make the base in advance, then stir in the cucumber just before serving. -Judith Smith, Wymore, Nebraska
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 10m
Yield about 2-1/4 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, onion, dill, salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Just before serving, stir in cucumber. Serve with vegetables and/or crackers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 61 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 103mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
CUCUMBER DILL YOGHURT DIP
This classic, refreshing cucumber dill yoghurt dip makes the perfect dip for your fresh vegetables.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Appetizer
Time 1h10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Thoroughly remove excess liquid from shredded cucumbers by pressing through a fine mesh sieve with paper towels. In small bowl, mix yoghurt, cucumber, dill weed, lemon peel, onion powder and salt. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour before serving.
- Serve with fresh vegetables.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 30, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 125 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g
TZATZIKI (YOGHURT, CUCUMBER, GARLIC AND MINT DIP)
THIS is how tzatziki should be. NO ONIONS! I've never had tzatziki with onions before but notice that most of the recipes on here seem to include them?! This is simple, delicious and exactly as authentic Greek tzatziki should be. I make this with virtually fat free greek yoghurt and about half the oil and it still comes out beautifully. Keeps in the fridge for 2-3 days, however I suggest you make it the evening before you want it because leaving it overnight really allows the flavours to infuse. Yummy!
Provided by Wendy-Bob
Categories Sauces
Time 45m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Put the garlic, lemon juice and olive oil in a small bowl and leave to one side.
- Peel alternate strips of skin from the cucumber (ie. peel a strip, miss a strip) and grate coarsely.
- Place the cucumber in a sieve and sprinkle with salt.
- Leave for approximately 30 mins to allow the water to drip away. Squash any remaining juice out of the shredded cucumber.
- Put the yogurt and mint in a bowl. Mix well.
- Add the garlic, lemon juice, olive oil and drained cucumber, and season well with black pepper.
- Mix well and taste for salt before serving.
CUCUMBER-YOGURT DIP
A cousin to Greek tzatziki, Ana Sortun's easy-to-make Turkish cucumber-yogurt dip includes a twist: dried mint. Serve with crackers and veggies as an appetizer, or (our favorite) dollop it on crispy potato latkes.
Provided by Ana Sortun
Categories condiment
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut the garlic clove in half and place the halves at the edge of the cutting board. Use the dull side of your chef's knife to cut the garlic almost to a mash, then use the sharp side to mince it. Put the garlic and lemon juice in a small bowl along with a pinch of salt to remove the raw taste from the garlic and lightly pickle it.
- Chop the cucumber, scallions, and parsley and add them to the garlic.
- Finish by mixing in the yogurt, dried mint, and olive oil. Season with salt and serve with crudités, pita, or latkes.
CUCUMBER-DILL SHRIMP DIP
"This is a favorite standby of mine when I need a quick appetizer," says Kathryn Goecke of Montrose, Colorado. The creamy dill dip, with chunks of shrimp and cucumber, makes a nice change from the standard shrimp and cocktail sauce.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 15m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large bowl, beat the sour cream, cream cheese, dill and salt until blended. Set aside three shrimp and 2 tablespoons cucumber for garnish. , Finely chop the remaining shrimp; add to sour cream mixture. Add remaining cucumber. Garnish with reserved shrimp and cucumbers. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Serve with vegetables or crackers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 82 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 158mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
FETA-AND-CUCUMBER DIP
Serve this tangy dip with an artful array of vegetables.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Yield Makes 3 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Halve cucumbers, and scoop out seeds using a melon baller or small spoon. Grate cucumbers on the large holes of a box grater. Transfer the grated cucumbers to a colander set over a bowl or in the sink. Stir in 2 teaspoons salt, and let the cucumber mixture stand 15 minutes to drain.
- Rinse cucumbers; shake out excess liquid. Wrap in a clean kitchen towel; squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
- Stir together cucumbers, yogurt, feta, chopped mint, cream, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper. If desired, transfer dip to a bowl lined with cabbage leaves. Garnish dip with mint sprig; serve with crudites.
GARLIC CUCUMBER DIP
If you like cucumbers and are a fan of potato chips, you'll love this dip! Using low fat versions of sour cream and cream cheese doesn't alter the flavor much, but sure saves on calories.
Provided by VJUNE
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, stir together the cream cheese and sour cream. Mix in the cucumber, garlic, onion, salt and pepper. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 41.7 calories, Carbohydrate 0.9 g, Cholesterol 10.9 mg, Fat 4 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 25 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
CUCUMBER DIP
Steps:
- In a food processor pulse all ingredients until smooth. Refrigerate before serving for at least 1 hour. Serve with carrots and celery sticks.
GREEN BEAN FRIES WITH CUCUMBER WASABI DIP
This recipe has been tweaked many times over the years and is a great hit. The cucumber wasabi dipping sauce is fantastic! Even the kids love them and good luck getting them to eat plain green beans!
Provided by KitchenWitch
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Beans and Peas
Time 1h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Blend ranch dressing, cucumber, 1 tablespoon milk, horseradish, vinegar, wasabi powder, 1/8 teaspoon salt, and cayenne pepper together in a food processor until dip is smooth. Transfer dip to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate until chilled, at least 30 minutes.
- Bring water and chicken broth to a boil; add green beans and cook until slightly tender, about 10 minutes. Drain.
- Whisk egg and 1 tablespoon milk together in a bowl. Combine bread crumbs, French-fried onions, 3/4 teaspoon salt, onion powder, black pepper, and garlic powder together in a separate bowl. Place flour in a third bowl.
- Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Press green beans in flour until evenly coated. Dip coated green beans in egg-milk mixture, allowing excess liquid to drip back into bowl. Transfer green beans to bread crumbs mixture and press to coat, shaking off excess. Arrange coated beans in 1 layer on a plate or in a colander.
- Working in batches, fry coated green beans in the hot oil until crisp, about 1 minute 30 seconds. Transfer green bean fries to a paper towel-lined colander using a slotted spoon. Serve green bean fries with dip.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 462.2 calories, Carbohydrate 26.1 g, Cholesterol 27.3 mg, Fat 38 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 583.6 mg, Sugar 1.6 g
CUCUMBER-MINT YOGURT DIP
Cool and refreshing, this dip pairs best with raw vegetables like carrots, cucumbers, and bell peppers.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, combine yogurt, mint, cucumber, and vinegar; season with salt and pepper. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 72 g, Fat 2 g, Protein 9 g
CUCUMBER ONION DIP
"Family members request this fast and flavorful dip often," Judith Priglmeier assures from Aitkin, Minnesota. "We especially like it with baked potato chips, but it tastes great with any type of chip or cracker."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 15m
Yield 1-1/2 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, cucumber, onion, mayonnaise, salt and pepper until blended. Refrigerate until serving. Serve with rye chips or crackers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 50 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 125mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CUCUMBER YOGURT DIP WITH GREEK PITA CHIPS
This is an easy delicious recipe adapted from Semi-Homemade Cooking with Sandra Lee. Great for parties, or hanging out!
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Vegetable
Time 15m
Yield 2 cups, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Yogurt Dip:.
- Cut the cucumber in half lengthwise and grate into a medium mixing bowl. Add yogurt, sour cream, lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon Greek seasoning. Stir to mix well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Serve with the toasted pitas chips.
- Pita Chips:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Spray baking sheet with olive oil cooking spray(or use olive oil on a piece of paper towel and wipe over baking sheet); set aside.
- Cut each pita bread into 8 triangles.
- Place on baking sheet, in a single layer. Lightly spray with cooking spray and sprinkle with remaining 2 teaspoons Greek seasoning.
- Bake for 10 minutes. Remove from oven; let cool. Enjoy!
Tips:
- Choose the freshest cucumbers you can find. This will ensure that your dip is as flavorful and refreshing as possible.
- Peel the cucumbers before grating them. This will help to remove any bitterness from the dip.
- Use a food processor or blender to grate the cucumbers. This will make the process quick and easy.
- Add your favorite herbs and spices to taste. Some popular options include dill, parsley, garlic, and onion powder.
- Serve the dip with your favorite dippers. Some popular options include pita chips, pretzels, and vegetables.
Conclusion:
Cucumber dip is a light, refreshing, and flavorful dip that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you are looking for a healthy snack or a party appetizer, cucumber dip is a great option. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy dip to make, give this cucumber dip recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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