This Creamy Cucumber Salad is made with crisp cucumbers tossed in a tangy, herbed yogurt or sour cream dressing. It’s a cool, refreshing, and easy side that pairs perfectly with grilled meats, sandwiches, or spicy mains.
Yields: 4-6 servings
Prep time: 20 minutes
Chill time: at least 30 minutes
🌟 Why You’ll Love It:
- Light, creamy, and cooling
- Ready in under 10 minutes
- Only a few basic ingredients
- Great with grilled dishes or spicy food
- Easy to prep ahead for potlucks or meal prep
Ingredients:
- 2 large cucumbers
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
Equipment:
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife or mandoline slicer
- Large bowl
- Small bowl
- Whisk or fork
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Cucumbers
- Wash the cucumbers thoroughly. You can peel them completely, partially (leaving some strips of skin for color and texture), or leave the skin on entirely, depending on your preference. Thinly slice the cucumbers. A mandoline slicer can make this process faster and ensure even slices, but a sharp knife works just as well.
Step 2: Slice the Red Onion
- Peel the red onion and thinly slice it. You can use a knife or a mandoline for this as well. If the raw onion flavor is too strong for your liking, you can soak the sliced onions in cold water for about 10 minutes, then drain them well before adding them to the salad.
Step 3: Combine Cucumbers and Red Onion
- In a large bowl, gently combine the sliced cucumbers and red onion.
Step 4: Prepare the Creamy Dill Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream (or Greek yogurt), mayonnaise, chopped fresh dill, white wine vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper until well combined and smooth. Taste and adjust the seasonings as needed. You might want a little more vinegar for tanginess, sugar for sweetness, or salt and pepper to enhance the flavors.
Step 5: Dress the Salad
- Pour the creamy dill dressing over the cucumber and red onion mixture in the large bowl.
Step 6: Gently Toss the Salad
- Gently toss the cucumbers and red onion with the dressing until everything is evenly coated. Be careful not to break the cucumber slices.
Step 7: Chill Before Serving
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate the creamy cucumber salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together and for the salad to chill. Chilling also helps to make the cucumbers even more crisp.
Step 8: Serve and Enjoy!
- Before serving, give the salad another gentle toss. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh dill if desired. This creamy cucumber salad is best served chilled.
💡 Pro Tips
✔ Seedless cucumbers? Use English or Persian varieties for fewer seeds.
✔ Creamier texture? Add 1 tbsp mayo to the dressing.
✔ Make ahead: Dress can be prepared 1 day in advance (add cucumbers last hour).
🍽 Serving Ideas
- With grilled meats: Perfect alongside BBQ chicken or fish.
- Sandwich topper: Pile on turkey burgers or wraps.
- Potluck favorite: Double the recipe for crowds.
📊 Nutrition (Per Serving)
Calories: ~60 | Fat: 3g | Carbs: 7g | Fiber: 1g | Protein: 2g
🌱 Variations
- Dairy-free: Use coconut yogurt + 1 tsp Dijon mustard.
- Hungarian style: Add 1 tsp paprika and omit dill.
- Asian twist: Swap dressing with rice vinegar + sesame oil + cilantro.
Enjoy it as a refreshing side dish!
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