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Creamy Cucumber Salad: Cool, Crunchy, and Ready in 10 Minutes

Abby Martin
A refreshing summer salad with crisp cucumbers, fresh dill, and a tangy sour cream dressing.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 1 bowl salad
Calories 77 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 English cucumbers
  • 1/3 cup sliced white onion optional
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
  • 3 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • Salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • 1. Wash and slice the cucumbers into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
  • 2. In a large bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, dill, vinegar, sugar, and 1/8 teaspoon salt until smooth.
  • 3. Add sliced cucumbers and onions (if using) to the bowl.
  • 4. Gently toss cucumbers and onions in the dressing until evenly coated.
  • 5. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • 6. Before serving, taste and season with additional salt if desired. Sprinkle with extra fresh dill.

Notes

If using field cucumbers, peel them and scrape out the seeds before slicing.
Add fresh herbs like basil or parsley for extra flavor.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2-3 days; stir and drain any excess liquid before serving.
Keyword creamy cucumber salad, cucumber salad, dill salad, easy salad, picnic salad, side dish, summer salad, Vegetarian