Creamy Cucumber Salad
Cool, crisp, and irresistibly creamy, this Creamy Cucumber Salad is the perfect side dish for any occasion. Featuring tender slices of English cucumbers and vibrant red onion tossed in a tangy, herb-infused dressing made with sour cream, fresh dill, white vinegar, and a touch of lemon juice, this salad delivers a refreshing burst of flavor in every bite. A hint of sugar balances the acidity, while a sprinkle of salt and black pepper ties everything together. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this quick and easy salad is a delightful addition to summer barbecues, potlucks, or weeknight dinners. Serve it chilled for a light, flavorful complement to grilled meats, seafood, or vegetarian mains. Perfect for those who crave simple, wholesome flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large English cucumbers
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 0.75 cup Sour cream
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon White vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the cucumbers. Peel the cucumbers if desired and thinly slice them into rounds. Place the slices in a large mixing bowl.
Peel and thinly slice half of a medium red onion. Add the onion slices to the bowl with the cucumbers.
Chop the fresh dill finely and set aside.
In a separate small bowl, combine the sour cream, chopped dill, white vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
Pour the dressing over the cucumber and onion slices. Gently toss everything together until the cucumber and onion slices are evenly coated with the dressing.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate the salad for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Before serving, give the salad a quick toss and taste for seasonings. Adjust with more salt or pepper if necessary.
Serve cold as a refreshing side dish with your meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
517 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.3 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.2 g | 116% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 86 mg | 29% | |
| Sodium | 1317 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.8 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.2 g | ||
| Protein | 13.1 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 384 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 1334 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
