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Creamy Cucumber Salad Recipe

Creamy Cucumber Salad Recipe for a Refreshing Summer Side

This Creamy Cucumber Salad Recipe is a refreshing summer dish that elevates gatherings with minimal prep time.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 pieces English Cucumbers Washed and sliced
  • 1/4 piece Red Onion Thinly sliced
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt is a substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill Dried dill can be used as substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Can be replaced by apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Optional for balancing acidity
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt To taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon Pepper To taste

Equipment

  • mandolin
  • Mixing bowl
  • Colander
  • whisk
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash cucumbers under cold water and slice into ¼-inch thick rounds. Let them drain in a colander for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream, red wine vinegar, fresh dill, garlic powder, and sugar. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Season the dressing with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Combine drained cucumbers and dressing in a bowl with sliced red onion. Gently fold together.
  5. Serve immediately or chill for up to 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Serve immediately for best texture. Refrigerate for a maximum of 1 hour if preparing in advance. Avoid freezing for best taste and texture.

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