Creamy Cucumber Salad
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Creamy Cucumber Salad
Description
Creamy Cucumber Salad combines English cucumbers and red onions tossed in a dressing made from full-fat sour cream, white wine vinegar, and chopped dill. After mixing, the salad is chilled for an hour to marry the tangy and herbaceous flavors with the crisp texture of the cucumbers. The dressing is smooth and slightly tangy, while the cucumbers provide a firm, watery crunch. Light seasoning with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper just before serving enhances the natural cucumber flavor.
The salad works well as a cool side alongside grilled meats or picnic dishes. Because the ingredients are fresh and lightly coated, it offers a crisp contrast to richer or heavier mains. The dill adds a distinctive herbal touch, but substitutions such as cilantro or parsley can be made depending on preference.
Use English cucumbers when possible for a firmer texture and fewer seeds. Regular cucumbers can be substituted but may be somewhat more watery. The salad keeps well covered in the refrigerator for 3-4 days, and tastes better after a day as the flavors develop. Avoid freezing to preserve texture and flavor.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup sour cream full-fat
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons dill weed chopped
- 1 English cucumber thinly sliced; 12 ounces, large
- ½ red onion thinly sliced or chopped, small
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt or ¼ teaspoon of any other salt, including Morton kosher salt, Diamond Crystal brand
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the sour cream, vinegar, and dill.
- Add the cucumbers and onions.
- Mix well until the cucumbers are coated in the creamy dressing.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for one hour.
- Before serving, sprinkle the salad with salt and pepper and mix again.
Notes
- English cucumbers yield firmer, less watery slices, but regular cucumbers can be used if necessary.
- Substitute dill with cilantro or parsley for a different herbal note.
- Store salad covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days; remix before serving to redistribute dressing.
- Avoid using distilled white vinegar as it can be too acidic for this dressing.
- Freezing this salad is not recommended to maintain texture quality.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 3servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 60 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0.3recipe | |
| Calories | 60kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 1.6g | 3% |
| Fat | 3.5g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7g | 14% |
| Sodium | 198mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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