Cucumber Salad with Dill Sour Cream
Cool, refreshing, and bursting with vibrant flavors, this Cucumber Salad with Dill Sour Cream is a quick and easy side dish that will elevate any meal. Featuring crisp cucumber slices and delicate red onion tossed in a creamy dressing made with tangy sour cream, fresh dill, zesty lemon juice, and a touch of garlic, this salad strikes the perfect balance between light and indulgent. A sprinkling of sugar enhances the natural sweetness of the cucumbers, while a pinch of salt and black pepper ties it all together. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's an effortless dish that's perfect for picnics, summer barbecues, or even as a refreshing snack. Serve it chilled to enjoy the full medley of flavors in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumbers
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 small (minced) garlic clove
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon sugar
- 0.25 cup (thinly sliced) red onion
Instructions
Start by washing the cucumbers thoroughly and patting them dry. Slice them thinly using either a sharp knife or a mandoline for even slices.
Place the cucumber slices in a colander and sprinkle a small pinch of salt over them. Let them sit for about 10 minutes to draw out excess water. Pat them dry with a paper towel afterward.
In a mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, fresh dill, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and sugar. Stir until the dressing is smooth and well combined.
Add the cucumber slices and thinly sliced red onion to the bowl with the dressing. Toss gently to coat the cucumbers and onions evenly in the creamy mixture.
Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed, adding a pinch more salt, pepper, or lemon juice based on your preference.
Refrigerate the salad for at least 10 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld together. Serve chilled as a side dish or snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
96 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.9 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.9 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 14 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 267 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.3 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.4 g | ||
| Protein | 2.7 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 77 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 326 mg | 7% | |
*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.
