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Creamy Cucumber Salad Recipe

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4.1 from 14 reviews

This Creamy Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and easy-to-make side dish perfect for warm days. Featuring thinly sliced cucumbers and red onion tossed in a tangy, creamy dressing made with sour cream, lemon juice, and dill, it offers a crisp texture and a bright, flavorful bite. Ready in just 15 minutes and serving four, it's a delightful complement to grilled dishes or as a light snack.

Ingredients

Dressing

  • ½ cup sour cream ($0.49*)
  • 2 Tbsp lemon juice ($0.08)
  • 1 tsp granulated sugar ($0.02**)
  • ½ tsp dried dill ($0.05)
  • ½ tsp salt ($0.02)

Salad

  • 1 large cucumber ($0.67***)
  • ¼ red onion ($0.25)

Instructions

  1. Make the dressing: In a bowl, combine sour cream, lemon juice, granulated sugar, dried dill, and salt. Stir well until the mixture is smooth and the sugar is dissolved. Set aside to allow the flavors to meld.
  2. Prep the vegetables: Peel the cucumber if desired (optional). Then, slice the cucumber into thin rounds or half-moons depending on your preference. Thinly slice the quartered red onion to add a sharp contrast to the creamy dressing.
  3. Make the salad: Place the sliced cucumber and red onion into a large bowl. Pour the prepared dressing over the vegetables and gently toss to evenly coat all pieces with the creamy dill dressing.
  4. Serve: Let the salad rest for 5 to 10 minutes at room temperature to enhance the flavors and soften the onions slightly. Give the salad one final stir before serving chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

  • You can peel the cucumber if you prefer a less bitter skin, but leaving it on adds extra fiber and nutrients.
  • Adjust the sugar amount to your desired sweetness, or substitute with honey for a natural sweetener.
  • This salad is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours; the cucumbers may release water over time.
  • For extra crunch, add chopped fresh herbs like parsley or chives before serving.