Fresh Creamy Cucumber Dill Salad
A quick and easy creamy cucumber dill salad that is refreshing, tangy, and perfect as a healthy side dish for summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium English cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Optional: pinch of sugar or honey
Instructions
- Wash and dry cucumbers. Slice thinly about 1/8 inch thick. Peel partially or fully if desired.
- Place cucumber slices in a colander, sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt, toss gently, and let sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess water.
- In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning as needed. Add a teaspoon of cold water if dressing is too thick.
- After 10 minutes, gently press cucumber slices with hands or a clean towel to remove extra moisture.
- Add drained cucumbers and chopped dill to the dressing. Toss gently to coat evenly.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes before serving to let flavors meld.
Notes
Salting cucumbers is essential to remove excess water and keep the salad crisp. Use fresh dill for best flavor. The salad tastes better after resting in the fridge for at least 20 minutes or even a few hours. For dairy-free version, substitute sour cream and mayo with coconut yogurt and vegan mayo.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
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