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Creamy Cucumber Salad Recipe (Best with Dill & Sour Cream)

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This creamy cucumber salad with dill and sour cream is the ultimate cooling side dish for summer. It’s quick, easy, and packed with fresh, tangy flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large English cucumbers (about 1 lb or 450g total)
  • 1 small red onion (about 80g), thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 cup sour cream (240g)
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar (30ml)
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus extra for salting cucumbers
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Slice the cucumbers: Wash the cucumbers thoroughly. Trim off the ends. Using a sharp knife or mandoline, slice them into thin rounds, about ⅛ inch (3mm) thick. Place the slices in a large bowl.
  2. Salt the cucumbers: Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of kosher salt over the cucumber slices. Toss well with your hands to coat every piece. Let them sit for 15-20 minutes at room temperature.
  3. While cucumbers rest, prep the onion: Slice the red onion as thinly as possible into half-moons. If sensitive to raw onion, soak slices in ice water for 5 minutes, then drain and pat dry.
  4. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, white vinegar, sugar, ½ teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust. Fold in the chopped fresh dill.
  5. Drain the cucumbers: After 15-20 minutes, pour the cucumbers into a colander. Rinse briefly with cold water to remove excess salt. Spread on a clean kitchen towel or paper towels and pat very dry.
  6. Combine everything: Return the dried cucumber slices to the large bowl. Add the sliced red onion. Pour the dressing over the top. Gently toss with a spatula or your hands until every slice is coated.
  7. Chill (optional but recommended): Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
  8. Garnish and serve: Just before serving, sprinkle a little extra fresh dill on top for color and freshness. Give it one final gentle stir.

Notes

Don’t skip the salting step—it prevents a watery salad. Use fresh dill for best flavor. The salad tastes even better after a few hours in the fridge. For a dairy-free version, use coconut cream or plant-based sour cream.

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