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Creamy Cucumber Salad

Crisp and Creamy Cucumber Salad for Hot Summer Days

A refreshing Creamy Cucumber Salad bursting with flavors, perfect for summer. Low-carb and vegetarian, it's a quick prep side dish.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 74
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 whole English cucumber The main component, providing crisp texture.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Helps draw moisture out of cucumbers.
  • 3-4 tablespoons finely chopped red onion Adds sharpness and color.
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup sour cream Provides creaminess and tang.
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar Balances creaminess with acidity.
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar Balances acidity.
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill Infuses herby flavor.
  • pepper To taste, enhances flavor.

Equipment

  • Mandoline
  • Mixing Bowl
  • colander
  • salad bowl

Method
 

Salad Preparation
  1. Thinly slice the English cucumber and sprinkle with salt. Let sit for 30 minutes to draw out moisture.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream, white vinegar, white sugar, chopped dill, and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Rinse cucumber slices under cool water, pat dry, and place in a salad bowl with red onion. Add dressing and gently fold.
  4. Chill salad in the refrigerator for 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 74kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Serve fresh for the best texture, and consider experimenting with different herbs for variety.

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