Description
Creamy Cucumber Salad is a light, refreshing dish that’s perfect for those hot summer days. This easy-to-make salad combines crisp English cucumbers with a creamy dressing made from sour cream, dill, and a hint of garlic. Ideal as a side for grilled meats or as a healthy snack option, it’s versatile enough to be enjoyed at barbecues, picnics, or family dinners. The best part? It takes just minutes to prepare and can be customized with your favorite veggies or herbs. Chill it for an hour to allow the flavors to meld and serve it cold for maximum refreshment.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 English cucumbers
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp dill
- 2 tbsp white vinegar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/2 red onion (optional)
Instructions
- Peel and slice the cucumbers into thin rounds, placing them in a large mixing bowl.
- In a small bowl, combine sour cream, dill, white vinegar, salt, sugar, and garlic powder. Mix until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the cucumber slices and gently toss to coat evenly.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to enhance the flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg