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Creamy Cucumber Salad

Name: Creamy Cucumber Salad
Prep time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 pound (450g) Persian cucumbers (about 5 cucumbers), ends trimmed, cut into 3- by 5/8-inch spears (see note); 3/4 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt, divided; for table salt, use half as much by volume; 1 tablespoon (15g) tahini paste; 1 tablespoon (15ml) fresh lemon juice plus 1/4 teaspoon grated zest from 1 lemon, divided; 2 tablespoons (6g) finely chopped fresh dill, plus fronds for garnishing; 1 small garlic clove, finely grated or minced; 1/2 shallot (20g), finely minced

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45m

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Total Time

45m

This creamy cucumber salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish. Persian cucumbers are tossed in a creamy tahini dressing with fresh lemon juice, dill, garlic, and shallot. The result is a light and delicious salad that's perfect for summer gatherings or as a side dish for any meal.

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(Servings: 4)

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1 pound (450g) Persian cucumbers (about 5 cucumbers), ends trimmed, cut into 3- by 5/8-inch spears (see note)

3/4 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt, divided; for table salt, use half as much by volume

1 tablespoon (15g) tahini paste

1 tablespoon (15ml) fresh lemon juice plus 1/4 teaspoon grated zest from 1 lemon, divided

2 tablespoons (6g) finely chopped fresh dill, plus fronds for garnishing

1 small garlic clove, finely grated or minced

1/2 shallot (20g), finely minced

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Calories

44kcal

2%
Fat

2g

0%
Saturated Fat

0g

0%
Carbohydrates

5g

0%
Fiber

1g

0%
Sugar

1g

0%
Protein

1g

0%
Cholesterol

0mg

0%
Sodium

222mg

11%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Creamy Cucumber Salad

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Nutrition Facts Nutrition facts are based on 1 serving. If servings is not specified, 6 is assumed for the total recipe.

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