Description

This Creamy Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and easy-to-make side dish featuring thinly sliced English cucumbers tossed in a tangy and herby sour cream dressing. Perfect for warm weather, it combines the crispness of cucumbers with the creaminess of sour cream, accented by dill and a hint of garlic, making it an ideal accompaniment to any meal.

Ingredients

Scale

Salad

2 English cucumbers
½ Red onion (optional)

Dressing

½ cup Sour cream
1 tbsp Dill (fresh or dried)
2 tbsp White vinegar
½ tsp Salt
¼ tsp Garlic powder
1 tsp Sugar

Instructions

Prepare the cucumbers: Peel the English cucumbers and cut them into thin slices. Place the slices into a large mixing bowl to ensure even coating later.
Mix the dressing: In a small bowl, combine the sour cream, dill, white vinegar, salt, garlic powder, and sugar. Stir well until all ingredients are thoroughly blended.
Combine salad and dressing: Pour the prepared dressing over the sliced cucumbers. Toss gently but thoroughly using a spoon or salad tongs to ensure each cucumber slice is well coated with the creamy dressing.
Chill before serving: Transfer the salad to the refrigerator and let it chill for at least 1 hour. This allows the flavors to meld and enhances the salad’s refreshing taste.
Serve cold: After chilling, optionally add thinly sliced red onion if using, give a gentle stir, and serve the salad cold for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

For a crisper texture, sprinkle salt over cucumber slices and let them sit for 15 minutes before draining excess liquid and adding dressing.
Fresh dill can be used instead of dried for a brighter herb flavor.
Adjust sugar and vinegar to taste depending on your preference for sweetness or tanginess.
Optional red onion adds a mild pungency and extra color contrast.
This salad can be made a few hours ahead but is best served within 24 hours for optimal freshness.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Keywords: creamy cucumber salad, cucumber salad with sour cream, easy cucumber side dish, dill cucumber salad, refreshing summer salad