Mediterranean Diet Cucumber Salad with Sour Cream
Experience the fresh, vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean Diet with this irresistible cucumber salad paired with a creamy sour cream dressing. Thinly sliced English cucumbers and red onion are tossed with fragrant fresh dill and a tangy blend of lemon juice and olive oil, creating a harmonious balance of refreshing and rich flavors. Crumbled feta cheese adds a savory touch, elevating this crisp salad to a new level of deliciousness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this chilled side dish is perfect for summer gatherings, complementing grilled meats, seafood, or other Mediterranean-inspired meals. If you're looking for a healthy, flavorful recipe that showcases classic Mediterranean ingredients, this cucumber salad with sour cream is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 English cucumbers
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 0.5 Red onion
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
Wash and dry the cucumbers, then slice them very thinly. You can use a mandolin slicer for even slices.
Peel and thinly slice the red onion and place it in a large mixing bowl with the cucumbers.
Finely chop the fresh dill and add it to the bowl with the cucumbers and onion.
In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Pour the sour cream dressing over the cucumber mixture and gently toss until all the slices are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the salad and give it a light mix to distribute the cheese.
Refrigerate the salad for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled as a side dish to Mediterranean or grilled dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
570 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.8 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.0 g | 110% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 84 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 1767 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.9 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.4 g | ||
| Protein | 15.1 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 386 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1050 mg | 22% | |
*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.
