Description
This Creamy Cucumber Salad Recipe is a refreshing and easy side dish perfect for summer gatherings. Crisp cucumbers and red onions are coated in a creamy, tangy dressing with hints of fresh dill and garlic, making it a delightful addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Cucumbers:
- 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
Dressing:
- 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together the sour cream, mayonnaise, white vinegar, sugar, dill, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the sliced cucumbers and red onion to the bowl and toss until evenly coated with the dressing.
- Chill and Serve: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Stir again before serving and adjust seasoning if needed.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream.
- English cucumbers can be used for fewer seeds and a milder flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
