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A bowl of sliced English cucumbers and sliced red onion tossed in a sour cream dressing.

Easy Creamy Cucumber Salad

Diana Lopez
This creamy cucumber salad is a refreshing and satisfying dish, perfect for hot summer days or as a light side for any meal. It pairs perfectly well with grilled meats or fish making it the perfect summer salad.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Salads, Sides
Cuisine Polish
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large English cucumbers (cut into thin slices)
  • ¼-½ medium red onion (cut into thin slices)

Dressing

  • ½ cup 118 ml sour cream
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • ½ tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)
  • ¼ tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic (finely minced)
  • ½ tsp white sugar or honey
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl stir all of the ingredients for the marinade until well combined. Set it aside.
  • Place the cucumbers and red onion in a large salad bowl.
  • Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and red onion and mix everything well to make sure they are evenly coated. Seve immediately.

Notes

  • You can use regular cucumbers for this salad. Just make sure to peel them and remove the seeds.
  • Soak the onions in water for about 5 minutes to remove some of the strong onion flavor. Drain them well before adding the dressing.
  • You can also use plain Greek yogurt to make a lighter version of this salad. It won’t be as creamy but it will still be delicious.
  • This salad is best when served immediately. However, if needed, you can store it in the fridge for a couple of hours before the cucumbers start to release some of their moisture.
Keyword creamy cucumber salad, cucumber salad
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