Description

This creamy cucumber dill salad is a refreshing and tangy side dish perfect for warm days. Featuring thinly sliced cucumbers and red onion tossed in a luscious sour cream and mayonnaise-based dressing infused with fresh dill, garlic powder, and a touch of vinegar, it offers a delightful balance of creamy, tangy, and herby flavors. Whether served immediately or chilled to enhance the flavors, this salad is an easy, delicious accompaniment to any meal.

Ingredients

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Vegetables

2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced

Dressing

1 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon sugar (optional, for balance)

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Instructions

Prepare the Vegetables: Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and slice them thinly. You can choose to peel the cucumbers or leave the skins on for additional texture. Thinly slice the red onion as well to ensure even distribution throughout the salad.
Make the Dressing: In a medium bowl, combine the sour cream or Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, fresh dill, vinegar, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and optional sugar. Stir the mixture until it’s smooth and all ingredients are well incorporated, creating a creamy and flavorful dressing.
Combine the Salad: Transfer the sliced cucumbers and red onion into a large bowl. Pour the prepared creamy dressing over the vegetables and toss everything together gently but thoroughly to coat the slices evenly with the dressing.
Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and intensify. Although it can be served right away, chilling greatly enhances the taste and texture, making the salad more refreshing.
Garnish (optional): Just before serving, garnish the salad with a little more fresh dill or add a few cucumber slices on top for a fresh and appealing presentation that enhances visual appeal and flavor.

Notes

Using Greek yogurt instead of sour cream cuts down on fat and makes the salad lighter.
Adjust salt and sugar to taste depending on your preference and the sweetness of cucumbers.
For a crisper salad, salt the cucumber slices and let them sit for 10 minutes, then drain excess liquid before mixing with the dressing.
This salad is best consumed within 1-2 days for optimal freshness.
Adding chopped fresh herbs like parsley or chives can add extra flavor and color.