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    Published: Jun 16, 2020 · Modified: Apr 28, 2022 by Renée · This post may contain affiliate links · 20 Comments

    Cucumber Dill Dip

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    Closeup photo of cucumber dill dip in a bowl with two crackers and title text graphic overlay

    This flavor-packed Cucumber Dill Dip will keep you coming back for more. Its big bold flavor pairs well with chips, crackers, vegetables, and your favorite beverage! 

    A cracker with Cucumber Dill Pickle Dip along with a bottle of beer in the background and crackers on a platter.

    This delicious and easy to make Greek yogurt-based dip goes together in minutes and will keep the crowd happily snacking until the bowl is empty.

    **Please Note - The printable recipe card with detailed instructions, complete ingredient measurements, and nutritional information for making cucumber dill dip is available at the end of this post. OR you can hit the "jump to recipe" button (found above) to be taken directly to the printable recipe. 

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    This post was last updated in June of 2020.

    Closeup photo of cucumber dill dip with crackers and fresh dill in a square white bowl.

    The ingredient list:

    **Note - The following lists of ingredients plus kitchen tools and equipment contain affiliate links (highlighted in blue) for your consideration and shopping convenience. #CommissionsEarned

    • cucumber
    • dill pickles
    • Greek yogurt
    • mayonnaise
    • prepared horseradish
    • red onion
    • Dijon mustard
    • garlic powder
    • fresh dill (dried dill weed will also work)
    • salt and pepper

    Kitchen tools and equipment needed:

    • chef's knife
    • cutting board
    • measuring cups and spoons
    • teaspoon
    • box grater
    • mixing bowls
    • paper towels or clean kitchen towel
    • wooden spoon or spatula

    Tip for the best thick and creamy cucumber dill dip:

    Since cucumbers are largely made up of water the key to keeping this dip thick and creamy (and not watery), is to squeeze as much water as possible from the cucumber once it's shredded.

    Directions for how to do this can be found in the photo tutorial instructions below.

    You'll be amazed how much water is released from the cucumber that would have made your dip thin and runny!

    Don't waste that cucumber water!!

    And, instead of washing all the delicious cucumber water down the drain, why not make a glass of Cucumber Lime Fitness Water by adding the cucumber juice to a glass of ice water, along with a sprig of fresh dill?

    Ahhh. Talk about refreshing!

    Cucumber dill dip in a bowl with crackers on the side and fresh dill sprig in the center.
    Cucumber

    Other uses for cucumber dill dip:

    • baked potato topping
    • sandwich spread
    • tartar sauce for seafood
    • sauce for making potato salad

    The easy instructions:

    • Slice a large cucumber in half and scoop out the seeds (or use and English cucumber and skip this step).
    • Shred the cucumber on a box grater.
    • Place the shredded cucumber on a clean dish towel or several layers of paper towel.
    How to make cucumber dill pickle dip.
    • Gently but firmly squeeze as much water from the cucumber as possible (reserving the juice to make spa water), and place the drained cucumber into a large bowl along with some grated red onion.
    Making Cucumber Dill Pickle Dip
    • Chop dill pickles into ¼" pieces.
    • Add the pickles into the bowl along with chopped fresh dill weed, and grated horseradish.
    Flavor Packed Dill Pickle Dip
    • Add Dijon mustard, black pepper, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and garlic powder to the bowl.
    • Stir to mix well and chill at least 2 hours to marry all the flavors.
    • Serve with assorted crackers, chips, vegetables, or use as a sandwich spread. 
    Kudos Kitchen Recipe for Dill Pickle Dip

    Vertical photo collage of cucumber dill dip with title text overlay graphic with dill weed illustrations.

    Want more dill pickle recipes?

    *Cream Cheese Salami and Dill Pickle Dip (pictured below)

    Crave-Worthy Cream Cheese Salami Pickle Dip is a quick and easy update of the salami and pickle pinwheel appetizers of the past, but this updated version is faster, easier, and has a bigger kick of flavor.

    A long plate filled with salami dill pickle spread with fresh dill as garnish

    *Dill Pickle Pork Chops with Bacon (pictured below)

    These fork-tender Dill Pickle Pork Chops with Bacon & Onion are infused with flavor from the pickle juice brine, the browned bacon, and sauteed onions. This fast and easy low-carb recipe will soon become a family favorite!

    Two pork chops on a platter with dill pickles and a pan in the background

    Below is the printable recipe card along with the exact ingredient measurements and nutritional information for making today's easy savory dip recipe.

    Cucumber Dill Dip in a white bowl with chips on the side and fresh dill on top.

    Cucumber Dill Pickle Dip

    Renee Goerger
    This Flavor Packed Cucumber Dill Pickle Dip will keep you coming back for more. It's big bold flavor is great for chips, crackers and even vegetables.
    5 from 8 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Additional Time 2 hrs
    Total Time 2 hrs 10 mins
    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine American
    Servings 3 cups
    Calories 294 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1¼ cups shredded cucumbers seeds removed (if needed) and squeezed dry.
    • 2 tablespoons grated red onion
    • ¼ cup chopped dill pickles
    • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
    • 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
    • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
    • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
    • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
    • ½ cup Greek yogurt
    • ½ cup mayonnaise
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

    Instructions
     

    • Place all the ingredients in a large bowl and stir well to combine.
    • Chill at least 2 hours and serve with assorted crackers, chips or vegetables.

    Notes

    If using English cucumbers, there is no need to remove the seeds.
    Squeezing the liquid from the shredded cucumbers is key to achieving a thick dip that isn't watery.
    Add the liquid from the cucumbers to a glass of water and drink up. It's healthy and refreshing!

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cupCalories: 294kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 5gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 821mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3g
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

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    Comments

    1. Beth says

      June 16, 2020 at 3:40 pm

      5 stars
      This looks so tasty! I'm so excited to try this recipe!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        June 16, 2020 at 5:36 pm

        If you're a cucumber fan, you're going to love this dip, Beth! Enjoy!!

        Reply
    2. Denay DeGuzman says

      June 16, 2020 at 3:32 pm

      5 stars
      I just made and served this with drinks by the pool. What a delicious, refreshing dip recipe. My family was happy to know, I'll be making this cucumber dill dip all summer long!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        June 16, 2020 at 5:36 pm

        Drinks by the pool, and cucumber dill dip. I'm coming over. 🙂

        Reply
    3. ashley says

      June 04, 2020 at 5:59 pm

      5 stars
      I'm so excited to try this, it looks so yummy I've never made dill pickle dip but I'm in for anything dill pickle flavored. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        June 04, 2020 at 6:15 pm

        You're welcome, Ashley!
        I'm a pickle person too, so I totally understand! 🙂
        Enjoy the dip!!
        Take good care,
        Renee

        Reply
    4. Angie | Big Bears Wife says

      September 29, 2016 at 10:30 am

      I know so many people that would go crazy over this pickle dip! yum!

      Reply
    5. Meg @ With Salt and Wit says

      September 02, 2016 at 12:46 pm

      I love this dip! I love dill flavor!!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        September 09, 2016 at 7:32 am

        Me too. It's a great combo of flavors. Thanks, Meg!

        Reply
    6. Sandi (@fearless_dining) says

      September 02, 2016 at 10:48 am

      This is the perfect dip for football parties...I love the flavors and the simplicity.

      Reply
      • Renée says

        September 09, 2016 at 7:32 am

        Thank you, Sandi!

        Reply
    7. Sabrina says

      September 02, 2016 at 10:15 am

      What a great party dip! And just in time for football season!

      Reply
    8. dee says

      September 02, 2016 at 9:23 am

      I love the flavors here -- especially the horseradish. I definitely have to try this one!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        September 02, 2016 at 9:28 am

        Ilove the kick of horseradish. I really adds something unique to this dip!

        Reply
    9. Sharon @ What The Fork says

      September 01, 2016 at 7:32 pm

      This would be a great dip in the summer

      Reply
    10. Annie says

      September 01, 2016 at 5:51 pm

      5 stars
      I have never had a dip like this! Wow! This is the ultimate game day treat!

      Reply
    11. Brandy | Nutmeg Nanny says

      September 01, 2016 at 3:57 pm

      I love a good dip! YUM!

      Reply
    12. Des @ Life's Ambrosia says

      September 01, 2016 at 1:09 pm

      Oh my goodness I want this! I am a huge fan of anything dill!

      Reply
    13. Amy @ Little Dairy on the Prairie says

      September 01, 2016 at 9:57 am

      I can't get over how delicious the addition of dill pickles to this dip is! My garden produces about a dozen cucumbers everyday so this dip needs to happen soon!

      Reply
    14. Sheena says

      September 01, 2016 at 9:39 am

      Dill is one of my favorite herbs! I love that you used it in a cucumber dip! Such a great flavor combo!

      Reply

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