Description
This Creamy Cucumber Salad combines fresh, crunchy cucumbers and zesty red onions with a rich, tangy dressing. It’s a quick and healthy side dish that perfectly complements any meal, making it a must-try for anyone seeking easy, homemade recipes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 english cucumbers approximately 1-1¼ pounds, sliced ⅛-inch thick
- ¼ cup sliced red onion ⅛-inch thick, from about a quarter of a medium onion
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill
- 1½ teaspoons granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers and red onions.
- In a separate small bowl, mix together sour cream, white vinegar, fresh dill, granulated sugar, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the cucumber and onion mixture and gently fold to coat evenly.
- Transfer to a decorative serving bowl.
Notes
For extra flavor, let the salad chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes before serving.
Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or tomatoes for variety.
This salad pairs wonderfully with grilled meats or as a refreshing side at picnics.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
