Cucumber Dip-Ada

This light and refreshing cucumber dip is a perfect accompaniment to grilled meats, warm pita bread, or fresh vegetable platters. Blending crisp, thinly sliced cucumbers and onions with creamy low-calorie yogurt creates a dish that is both hydrating and satisfying. The addition of fresh lemon juice, garlic powder, and fragrant marjoram elevates the simple ingredients into a vibrant, zesty flavor profile. It&# 226;ÂÂs an ideal choice for hot summer days or as a low-calorie side dish for health-conscious diners. The texture remains pleasantly crunchy while the yogurt provides a smooth, cooling base. Easy to prepare with minimal effort, this dip chills beautifully, allowing the flavors to meld together for a delicious, guilt-free snack or appetizer that brings a touch of Greek-inspired freshness to any meal.

Cuisine: Greek

Courses: Appetisers

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 1

Calories: 122.0

Dietary: Diabetic, Gluten-free, Low-cal, Vegetarian

Description

This light and refreshing cucumber dip is a perfect accompaniment to grilled meats, warm pita bread, or fresh vegetable platters. Blending crisp, thinly sliced cucumbers and onions with creamy low-calorie yogurt creates a dish that is both hydrating and satisfying. The addition of fresh lemon juice, garlic powder, and fragrant marjoram elevates the simple ingredients into a vibrant, zesty flavor profile. It&# 226;ÂÂs an ideal choice for hot summer days or as a low-calorie side dish for health-conscious diners. The texture remains pleasantly crunchy while the yogurt provides a smooth, cooling base. Easy to prepare with minimal effort, this dip chills beautifully, allowing the flavors to meld together for a delicious, guilt-free snack or appetizer that brings a touch of Greek-inspired freshness to any meal.

Ingredients

1 Cucumber (thinly sliced)
1 Onion, small (thinly sliced)
1 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder
1 teaspoon Lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Marjoram
8 ounce Lo-cal yogurt

Directions

1
Peel the cucumber and thinly slice it into rounds.
2
Thinly slice the small onion.
3
Place the sliced cucumber and onion in a bowl and sprinkle with salt.
4
Let the vegetables sit for 10 minutes to release excess moisture, then drain well.
5
In a separate mixing bowl, combine the yogurt, garlic powder, lemon juice, and marjoram.
6
Whisk the yogurt mixture until smooth and well-blended.
7
Fold the drained cucumber and onion slices into the yogurt mixture.
8
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 122.0kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.8g2%
Saturated Fat 0.6g3%
Cholesterol 2.0mg1%
Sodium 4948.7mg207%
Total Carbohydrate 17.5g6%
Dietary Fiber 0.3g2%
Sugars 16.3g
Protein 11.0g22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: cucumber, dip, greek, yogurt, onion, garlic, lemon, marjoram, vegetarian, low-calorie, healthy, appetizer, side dish, fresh, tangy, cold, salad, vegan-friendly, easy, summer

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