Creamy Cucumber Salad Barefoot Contessa
Cool, crisp, and utterly refreshing, this Creamy Cucumber Salad Barefoot Contessa-style is a must-have side dish for summer gatherings or light lunches. Featuring thinly sliced English cucumbers and red onions tossed in a tangy dressing of sour cream, white vinegar, fresh dill, and a hint of sugar, this salad strikes the perfect balance between creamy and zesty. With just 15 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, it’s a quick and easy recipe ideal for warm days. The addition of fresh dill elevates the flavors, making it a versatile dish to serve alongside grilled meats, sandwiches, or as a stand-alone starter. Serve it chilled for the ultimate burst of freshness with every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole English cucumbers
- 1 medium Red onion
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 2 tablespoons White vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and slice them thinly using a sharp knife or mandoline.
Peel the red onion and cut it in half. Slice the onion into very thin half-moons.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cucumber slices and red onion slices.
In a separate smaller bowl, whisk together the sour cream, white vinegar, fresh dill (chopped finely), sugar, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Pour the creamy dressing over the cucumbers and onions in the large bowl.
Gently toss everything together until the cucumbers and onions are evenly coated in the dressing.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. This step is optional but recommended for better flavor.
Serve chilled as a side dish or a refreshing appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
154 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.8 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.6 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 29 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 529 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.3 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.6 g | ||
| Protein | 3.2 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 102 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 279 mg | 6% | |
*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.
