Description
This Creamy Cucumber Salad features crisp cucumbers and tart onions, all enveloped in a delightful sour cream dressing. Great for quick meals or gatherings, it’s a simple yet satisfying dish that stands out with its fresh flavors and easy preparation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 english cucumbers approximately 1-1¼ pounds, sliced ⅛-inch thick
- ¼ cup sliced red onion ⅛-inch thick, from about a quarter of a medium onion
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill
- 1½ teaspoons granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Combine the sliced cucumbers and red onions in a large bowl.
- In a separate small bowl, mix sour cream, white vinegar, fresh dill, granulated sugar, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper until the mixture is smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the cucumber and onion mixture and fold gently until coated evenly.
- Serve in a decorative bowl.
Notes
For extra crunch, chill the cucumbers beforehand.
Customize the recipe by adding other vegetables like bell peppers or tomatoes.
This salad pairs wonderfully with grilled meats or as a light lunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg