Description
This Creamy Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and quick side dish featuring thinly sliced English cucumbers and red onions tossed in a tangy sour cream dressing flavored with fresh dill, red vinegar, and garlic powder. Ready in just 5 minutes, it’s perfect for a light lunch or to complement grilled meats and summer meals.
Ingredients
Dressing
- ½ cup sour cream
- 3 tablespoons red vinegar
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Salad
- 2 large English cucumbers, thinly sliced
- ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together the sour cream, red vinegar, chopped fresh dill, granulated sugar (if using), and garlic powder until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Taste the dressing and season with salt and pepper according to your preference.
- Add Vegetables: Layer the thinly sliced English cucumbers and red onion on top of the prepared dressing in the bowl.
- Combine and Serve: Gently stir the cucumbers and onions in the dressing to ensure they are evenly coated. You can serve the salad immediately at room temperature or for enhanced flavor, refrigerate it for 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- Use English cucumbers for less bitterness and thinner skin, which doesn’t need peeling.
- Adjust vinegar quantity to taste if you prefer a tangier salad.
- For a lighter version, substitute sour cream with plain Greek yogurt.
- This salad can be made a few hours ahead; refrigerate to meld flavors.
- Add fresh herbs like chives or parsley for additional flavor variations.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American