Fresh Everything Bagel Cucumber Salad Recipe
A refreshing and creamy cucumber salad enhanced with the bold flavors of everything bagel seasoning, fresh herbs, and a tangy dressing. Perfect as a light side dish or snack, this salad offers a delightful crunch balanced by a smooth, herby cream cheese and sour cream blend.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Salad
- 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
- Optional: Thinly sliced red onion or radishes for extra crunch
Dressing
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon everything bagel seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Creamy Dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together the softened cream cheese, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper until the mixture is smooth and creamy to coat the cucumbers evenly.
- Add Fresh Herbs: Stir in the chopped fresh dill and chives until well combined, adding a fresh herbal flavor to the dressing.
- Combine Cucumbers: Add the thinly sliced cucumbers to the bowl and toss gently to evenly coat them with the creamy dressing.
- Season with Everything Bagel Goodness: Sprinkle everything bagel seasoning over the salad and toss gently to distribute the seasoning throughout. Save a little seasoning for garnish if desired.
- Add Optional Ingredients: If using, fold in thin slices of red onion or radishes to add extra crunch and color to the salad.
- Chill and Meld the Flavors: Cover the salad with plastic wrap or transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Serve and Enjoy: Stir the chilled salad lightly before serving, garnish with leftover everything bagel seasoning or fresh herbs, and enjoy it cold as a refreshing side or snack.
Notes
- You can substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a healthier twist with added protein.
- Adjust the amount of everything bagel seasoning to your taste preference for a milder or stronger flavor.
- For extra crunch, adding thinly sliced red onions or radishes enhances texture and color.
- Chilling the salad for longer than 20 minutes can deepen the flavors further, making it perfect for make-ahead meals.
- To make this salad vegan, replace cream cheese and sour cream with plant-based alternatives.
Keywords: cucumber salad, everything bagel seasoning, creamy cucumber salad, fresh herb salad, easy side dish, no-cook salad
