Creamy Cucumber Salad
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5
Creamy Cucumber Salad
Description
The salad is prepared by thinly slicing the cucumber and red onion for a delicate, crisp bite. The dressing is quickly whisked together using sour cream or a dairy-free yogurt, fresh chopped dill, lemon juice, olive oil, and either fresh garlic or garlic powder, seasoned with kosher salt and black pepper to taste.
Tossing the vegetables with the creamy dressing coats them evenly, enhancing the natural cucumber flavor with acidity and herbaceous notes from dill. The red onion adds a mild sharpness balancing the creaminess.
This salad is best served immediately to retain the cucumbers' crispness but can be prepared ahead, storing the dressing separately. Leftovers should be refrigerated and consumed within a few days. Variations in ingredients such as choosing avocado oil or dried dill allow customization depending on availability and dietary needs.
Ingredients
- 1 large English cucumber thinly sliced
- 1 small red onion thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup sour cream or dairy-free plain yogurt
- 2 tbsp dill chopped, fresh
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder minced, or 1 garlic clove
- salt to taste, Kosher
- black pepper to taste, Kosher
Instructions
- Using a sharp knife thinly slice the cucumber and red onion and add them to a salad bowl.
- In a small bowl whisk the remaining ingredients. Add the creamy dressing over the cucumber and toss to coat.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- English cucumbers are preferred for their thin skin and fewer seeds, but any cucumber can be used.
- Sour cream may be substituted with Greek yogurt or any dairy-free plain yogurt for a vegan option.
- Choose between garlic powder or fresh garlic cloves according to preference.
- Fresh dill is best for optimal flavor, but dried dill is acceptable if fresh isn't available.
- Avocado oil can replace olive oil if desired.
- This salad can be prepared ahead by storing the dressing separately and mixing before serving.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to three days; do not freeze.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 77 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 77kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 116mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 197mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 168IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 55mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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