Vibrant Beet and Cucumber Salad with Dill Yogurt Dressing

Recipe Collection: Salads

Vibrant Beet and Cucumber Salad with Dill Yogurt Dressing elevates your summer gatherings with its earthy sweetness of beets paired with the refreshing crunch of cucumber, all enveloped in a tangy yogurt dressing. Perfect for picnics or as a side at barbecues, this salad is not only visually stunning but also packed with flavor.

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Overview

This vibrant and refreshing salad combines the earthy sweetness of beets with the tangy creaminess of yogurt and mayonnaise. Enhanced with the crispness of cucumber and the aromatic touch of dill, this dish is perfect for summer picnics and barbecues. It can be prepared ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy, Mustard

Cuisine

American

Serving Size: 5

Cooking Time: 180 minutes

Ingredients

• 6 Medium beets, peeled
• 1 Whole red onion, sliced
• 0.5 Whole cucumber, sliced
• 5 Tablespoons (tbsp) plain yogurt
• 2 Tablespoons (tbsp) mayonnaise
• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) red wine vinegar
• 0.5 Teaspoons (tsp) Dijon-style mustard
• 0.5 Teaspoons (tsp) horseradish
• 2 Tablespoons (tbsp) dried dill weed
• 0.33 Teaspoons (tsp) salt
• 0.33 Teaspoons (tsp) ground black pepper

Steps

1. Scrub, top, and tail the beets. Boil them in salted water for about 45 minutes, or until tender. Drain the hot water from the pot and fill it with cold water. Set aside until the beets are cool enough to handle.
2. Slice the cooled beets thinly and transfer them to a salad bowl. Add the sliced onion and cucumber.
3. In a separate bowl, combine the yogurt, mayonnaise, vinegar, mustard, horseradish, dill, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss to combine.
5. Refrigerate the salad for 2 hours or overnight. Serve chilled.

Enjoy your homemade Vibrant Beet and Cucumber Salad with Dill Yogurt Dressing!