Description
Creamy Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and versatile dish perfect for summer gatherings, light lunches, or as a snack. This delightful salad features crisp English cucumbers enveloped in a rich sour cream dressing infused with fresh dill, garlic, and a hint of sweetness. It’s quick to prepare—taking just 15 minutes—and can be made ahead of time, making it an ideal choice for meal prep or parties. Serve it chilled as a side for grilled meats, alongside sandwiches, or as part of a vibrant picnic spread. With its deliciously creamy texture and zesty flavor profile, this salad is sure to impress anyone who tries it.
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. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream, dill, white vinegar, salt, garlic powder, and sugar until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and gently toss to coat evenly.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: N/A
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg