Cucumbers and Sour Cream
Crisp, refreshing, and effortlessly delicious, this "Cucumbers and Sour Cream" recipe is the perfect balance of creamy and tangy flavors. Featuring thinly sliced cucumbers tossed in a luscious sour cream dressing accented with fresh dill, a touch of white vinegar, and a hint of sugar, this dish is the ultimate summer side salad. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, it’s a wonderfully quick and easy option for picnics, barbecues, or weekday meals. Serve it chilled to highlight the cooling crunch of the cucumbers and the herbaceous brightness of the dill. Simple yet satisfying, this versatile dish pairs beautifully with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or as a light standalone snack. With keywords like "easy cucumber recipe," "creamy cucumber salad," and "summer side dish," this irresistible dish is destined to become a staple in your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium Cucumber
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon White vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
Wash and peel the cucumbers. If desired, leave some of the skin on for a decorative effect.
Slice the cucumbers into thin, even rounds and set them aside in a large mixing bowl.
Finely chop the fresh dill and set aside.
In a separate small mixing bowl, combine sour cream, white vinegar, sugar, salt, and ground black pepper. Mix well until smooth and fully combined.
Add the chopped dill to the sour cream mixture and stir to distribute evenly.
Pour the sour cream dressing over the sliced cucumbers and gently toss to coat all pieces evenly.
Cover and refrigerate the dish for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Before serving, give the cucumbers a gentle stir and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve chilled as a side dish or light salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
541 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.5 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.7 g | 154% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 115 mg | 38% | |
| Sodium | 1345 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.7 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.2 g | ||
| Protein | 10.4 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 380 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 626 mg | 13% | |
*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.
