Creamy Lemon and Herb Cucumber Salad
This refreshing and flavorful cucumber salad is the perfect side dish for a summer meal. The combination of creamy mayonnaise, tangy lemon juice, and fresh herbs creates a salad that is both light and satisfying. The thinly sliced cucumbers add a crisp texture, while the red onion and fresh herbs provide a bit of bite. This salad is also Whole30-compliant, so you can feel good about eating it.
The history of cucumber salad is a long and winding one. It is believed that the first cucumber salads were made in ancient Greece, where cucumbers were a popular food. The Greeks would often slice cucumbers and toss them with olive oil, vinegar, and herbs. This simple salad was a refreshing and healthy way to enjoy cucumbers.Over the centuries, cucumber salad spread to other parts of the world, including Rome, the Middle East, and Asia. Each culture developed its own unique variations on the salad, using different ingredients and flavors. In the United States, cucumber salad is a popular side dish at summer picnics and barbecues. It is often made with mayonnaise, sour cream, or yogurt, and flavored with dill, parsley, and other fresh herbs.Today, cucumber salad is a popular dish all over the world. It is a refreshing and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. This particular recipe for Creamy Lemon and Herb Cucumber Salad is a Whole30-compliant version of the classic dish. It uses mayonnaise made with avocado oil, lemon juice, and fresh herbs. The result is a delicious and healthy salad that is perfect for a summer meal.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 English cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
  • 1/4 cup Whole30-compliant mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the cucumber, red onion, dill, parsley, and mint.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss to coat.
  4. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.
Why It Works
  • The combination of creamy mayonnaise, tangy lemon juice, and fresh herbs creates a salad that is both light and satisfying.
  • The thinly sliced cucumbers add a crisp texture, while the red onion and fresh herbs provide a bit of bite.
  • This salad is also Whole30-compliant, so you can feel good about eating it.