Cucumber-Mint Lime Salad with Yogurt Dressing
A cooling, tangy salad featuring crisp cucumbers and fresh mint in a vibrant sour lime yogurt dressing. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 20 minutes pairs cucumbers, plain Greek yogurt, fresh lime juice into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 medium (about 10 oz) cucumbers
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh mint
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Thinly slice cucumbers into 1/4-inch rounds and place in a bowl. Add 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion and toss gently. Sprinkle with 1/4 tsp salt and let sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture, then drain any excess liquid.
- Step 2: Whisk together 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, 3 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1/4 cup chopped mint, 1 tbsp olive oil, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until smooth and well combined.
- Step 3: Pour the yogurt dressing over the drained cucumber-onion mixture and toss until evenly coated. Chill for 15 minutes before serving to let flavors meld.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Cucumber-Mint Lime Salad with Yogurt Dressing take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (20 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Cucumber-Mint Lime Salad with Yogurt Dressing?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep cucumbers from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Cucumber-Mint Lime Salad with Yogurt Dressing?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Cucumber-Mint Lime Salad with Yogurt Dressing for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Cucumber-Mint Lime Salad with Yogurt Dressing?
Mediterranean salads like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Used frozen vegetables instead of fresh and honestly couldn't tell the difference.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
