Creamy Lemon and Herb Cucumber Salad

This Creamy Lemon and Herb Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. The cucumbers are thinly sliced and tossed in a creamy mayonnaise dressing that is flavored with lemon juice, dill, and parsley. The salad is simple to make and can be served immediately or refrigerated for later.

Cucumbers are one of the most versatile vegetables around. They can be eaten raw, pickled, or cooked, and they can be used in a variety of dishes, from salads to soups to sandwiches. In this recipe, we use cucumbers to make a creamy salad that is both refreshing and flavorful. The cucumbers are thinly sliced and tossed in a creamy mayonnaise dressing that is flavored with lemon juice, dill, and parsley. The salad is simple to make and can be served immediately or refrigerated for later.

Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 English cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the cucumber, mayonnaise, lemon juice, dill, parsley, salt, and pepper.
2. Toss to coat the cucumbers evenly.
3. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.

Why It Works

• The thinly sliced cucumbers provide a crisp and refreshing texture to the salad.
• The creamy mayonnaise dressing adds a rich and flavorful base to the salad.
• The lemon juice adds a bright and tangy flavor to the salad.
• The dill and parsley add a fresh and herbaceous flavor to the salad.
• The salt and pepper help to balance out the flavors of the salad.