CREAMY CUCUMBER SALAD WITH SOUR CREAM AND DILL
This creamy cucumber salad combines crisp cucumbers, tangy sour cream, fresh dill, and a hint of lemon for a refreshing side dish. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's perfect for summer cookouts, family dinners, and potlucks.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Small mixing bowl
- Sharp knife or mandoline
- Colander
- Whisk
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- 3 large English cucumbers, thinly sliced
- ½ medium red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh dill, chopped
For the Creamy Dressing:
- ¾ cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Prepare the Cucumbers
- Thinly slice the cucumbers and place them in a colander. Lightly sprinkle with salt and let them sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture. Pat dry with paper towels.
Make the Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, garlic, sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Combine the Salad
- Add the cucumbers, red onion, and fresh dill to a large bowl. Pour the creamy dressing over the vegetables and gently toss until evenly coated.
Chill
- Refrigerate the salad for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to blend.
Serve
- Give the salad a gentle toss before serving and garnish with additional fresh dill if desired.
Notes
- Refreshing Side: Crisp cucumbers and fresh dill make this creamy salad especially refreshing for warm-weather meals.
- Quick Preparation: The salad comes together in about 15 minutes with no cooking required.
- Best Texture: Salting and draining the cucumbers helps prevent the dressing from becoming watery.
- Make Ahead: Prepare the dressing several hours ahead, but combine with the cucumbers shortly before serving for the best texture.
- Easy Variation: Replace half the sour cream with plain Greek yogurt for a tangier, higher-protein dressing.