Creamy Low Carb Cucumber Dip

Smooth and creamy with bold savory, tangy, refreshing flavors, this easy low-carb cucumber dip is always a crowd-pleasing option! Made with simple ingredients, it’s higher in protein than your average recipe and is perfect for pairing with low-carb crackers and veggie sticks for a quick appetizer or snack perfect for special occasions or weekday afternoons.  

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What can I expect? 

For this dip, we use cream cheese and whole milk greek yogurt to achieve a creamy consistency and tangy taste while reducing the sugar content and adding a boost of protein to keep you feeling full. 

Just combine the ingredients in a food processor, chill, and serve. With minimal prep time, it’s great to make in advance and tastes even better as it sits. Prepare a big batch, and serve it with sliced veggies or keto-friendly crackers for a bright, zesty, savory, nutritious option even picky eaters love! 

Is Low-Carb Cucumber Dip Healthy? 

Let’s take a look at the main ingredients: 

• Cucumber
• Cream cheese
• Greek yogurt
• Seasonings

Cucumbers and seasonings are natural, nutritious food sources. Include them in a variety of recipes for texture, flavor, and nutrients. 

But what about cream cheese? What about Greek yogurt? Is dairy healthy?

Here’s what we know. Dairy is full of vitamins, minerals, protein, and natural fat energy. But if everyone consumed dairy all of the time, dairy farming would become abusive and unsustainable…

Let’s be mindful of our dairy intake. Buy dairy that comes from pasture-raised cows and limit consumption.

Sugar is what makes food unhealthy. 

Most cucumber dip recipes are served with crackers made with flour (starchy carbs), which digests very similarly to sugar. 

In a single serving of crackers, you’re already up to 16g of sugar. Next, you’re looking at heartburn with an energy crash. (And you’ll be scouring the pantry for your next sugar snack within the hour.)

Omit the crackers. Or, swap them out with a low-carb alternative, and this recipe becomes nourishment. The ingredients provide vitamins, minerals, healthy fats, and quality, whole-food energy. 

Enjoy this low-carb cucumber dip knowing it supports your well-being. Learn more about eating less sugar here.

Creamy Low-Carb Cucumber Dip Tips

1. How can I make this dip if I don’t have a food processor?

Use a hand mixer or blender to blend the ingredients for a silky texture. You could also hand mix as well.

2. Can I make this ahead of time?

Yes! This dip actually tastes better after chilling for a few hours. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

3. What can I serve this with on a low-carb diet?

Try fresh veggies, cheese crisps, pork rinds, or almond flour crackers.

4. Can I add protein to this dip?

Absolutely! Crumbled bacon or shredded chicken breast to add a boost in protein.  

5. What should I serve with low-carb cucumber dip? 

Feel free to enjoy this dip on its own as a nutritious snack. Or, serve it as part of an appetizer spread with other low-carb options like crispy zucchini chips, spinach artichoke dip bites, taco dip, or antipasto skewers.  

Low Carb Cucumber Dip

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Prep Time:10 minutes mins

Chill Time:30 minutes mins

Total Time:40 minutes mins

Equipment

• Food processor

Ingredients

• 1 medium cucumber cut in half
• 8 oz 1 block cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup whole milk Greek yogurt or sour cream
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce adds depth of flavor
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper/lemon pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped green onions or chives

Instructions

• In a food processor pulse together the cucumber until roughly chopped.
• Next add in the cream cheese, yogurt/sour cream, and Worcestershire sauce and pulse to combine.
• Gently fold in the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
• Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors blend.
• Enjoy with sliced cucumbers, bell peppers, celery, or keto-friendly crackers

Notes

See Tips above recipe card for FAQ and substitutions.

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Recipe from Neutral Eating: https://neutraleating.com/cucumber-dip/

Servings: 1

Author: Neutral Eating