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Creamy Cucumber Salad Recipe

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  • Author: Anna
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Creamy Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and tangy side dish featuring thinly sliced cucumbers and red onions tossed in a flavorful sour cream and dill dressing. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a light accompaniment to your favorite meals, this salad combines crisp vegetables with a creamy, herb-infused dressing for a cool and satisfying taste.

Ingredients

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Vegetables

  • 3 cups thinly sliced cucumbers
  • 1 cup thinly sliced red onion

Dressing

  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 Tablespoon white vinegar
  • 2 Tablespoons minced fresh dill
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Prepare the vegetables: Cut the onion into thin slices using a sharp knife or mandoline. Wash the cucumbers thoroughly, then slice them thinly as well. Pat the cucumber slices dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, ensuring the salad isn’t watery.
  2. Make the dressing: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, white vinegar, minced fresh dill, granulated sugar, salt, and garlic powder. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well blended and the dressing is smooth.
  3. Toss the salad: Add the sliced cucumbers and red onion to the bowl with the dressing. Toss gently but thoroughly to coat all pieces evenly with the creamy dressing.
  4. Garnish and serve: Optionally garnish the salad with additional fresh dill and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve immediately for a crisp texture or cover and chill for at least 1 hour to meld the flavors. Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Notes

  • For best flavor, make the salad at least 1 hour in advance and refrigerate to allow the flavors to blend.
  • If preparing ahead of time, slice and store cucumbers and onions separately, then toss with dressing just before serving.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
  • Calories: 80
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 190mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

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