Description
This Creamy Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and creamy side dish perfect for summer gatherings. Crisp cucumbers and red onions are coated in a tangy, creamy dressing with hints of dill and garlic, making it a flavorful addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Cucumbers:
- 3 cups cucumber, thinly sliced (about 2 large cucumbers)
Dressing:
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Combine Cucumbers and Onions: In a large bowl, mix the cucumbers and red onions.
- Prepare Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together sour cream, vinegar, sugar, garlic powder, dill, salt, and pepper.
- Toss and Chill: Pour the dressing over the cucumbers, toss to coat. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve: Stir gently before serving.
Notes
- For the best texture, use seedless cucumbers or scoop out seeds before slicing.
- You can salt the cucumbers and let them sit for 10 minutes, then pat dry to reduce excess moisture.
- This salad pairs well with grilled meats or as a refreshing summer side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad, Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
