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German Cucumber Salad
Creamy German Cucumber Salad is a simple side dish that combines the crispiness of cucumbers with a tangy, creamy dressing! This refreshing summer salad is quick and easy to prepare, making it ideal for outdoor gatherings or a delicious addition to your family dinner table!
Prep Time
15 mins
Waiting Time
4 hrs 30 mins
Total Time
4 hrs 45 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 64 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
German
Ingredients
- 2 large English cucumbers, thinly sliced (do not peel)
- 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
- 2 Tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon chopped fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
Instructions
- Toss sliced cucumber and onions with salt in a large bowl. Let rest 30 minutes. Turn the vegetables out onto a baking sheet and blot dry with paper towels, wiping off excess moisture.
- In the same large bowl that you used for soaking the cucumbers and onions, whisk the sour cream, sugar, vinegar, dill, garlic, and pepper. Return the cucumbers and onions to the bowl and stir to coat. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
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Notes
- Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Information
Calories
64kcal
(3%)
Carbohydrates
7g
(2%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
4g
(6%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.2g
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
Cholesterol
11mg
(4%)
Sodium
396mg
(17%)
Potassium
188mg
(5%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
230IU
(5%)
Vitamin C
4mg
(4%)
Calcium
39mg
(4%)
Iron
0.3mg
(2%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 64
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 64kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 11mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 396mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 188mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 230IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 39mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.