Description
This Creamy Cucumber Dill Salad is a quick, refreshing side dish with a tangy, creamy dressing made from sour cream, vinegar, fresh dill, and a touch of garlic. Ideal for picnics, BBQs, or as a light snack, it combines crisp cucumbers and red onions, making it a delicious, low-calorie option for any occasion.
Ingredients
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 ½ tablespoons white vinegar
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar (or to taste)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 English cucumbers, thinly sliced
- ½ small red onion, halved and thinly sliced
Instructions
- In a large bowl, stir together the sour cream, white vinegar, chopped dill, sugar, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until well combined.
- Add the sliced cucumbers and red onion to the bowl and toss gently to coat evenly with the creamy dressing.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and serve immediately.
Notes
- You can adjust the sweetness by adding more sugar, or omit it completely for a tangier salad.
- If you prefer a thicker dressing, use less vinegar or sour cream.
- This salad is best enjoyed immediately but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad, Side Dish, Snack
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
