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Creamy Cucumber Salad Recipe with Fresh Dill and Red Onion

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A quick, easy, and refreshing creamy cucumber salad featuring fresh dill and red onion, perfect for summer barbecues and picnics.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large or 3 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced (English cucumbers preferred)
  • ½ medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
  • ½ cup sour cream (full-fat preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Salt to taste (kosher salt recommended)
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Optional: squeeze of fresh lemon juice
  • Optional: pinch of garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Wash cucumbers thoroughly and slice thinly about 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick.
  2. Thinly slice half a medium red onion and soak in cold water for 5 minutes to mellow the sharpness, then drain well.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and sugar until smooth. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Add optional lemon juice or garlic powder if desired.
  4. Add sliced cucumbers, drained red onions, and chopped fresh dill to the dressing. Toss gently but thoroughly to coat evenly.
  5. Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Longer chilling (up to 2 hours) improves taste.
  6. Before serving, stir the salad and adjust seasoning if needed. Drain excess liquid if the salad appears watery.

Notes

Use English or Persian cucumbers for less bitterness and thinner skin. Soak red onion in cold water to mellow sharpness. Drain excess liquid after chilling to prevent sogginess. Fresh dill is essential for best flavor. For dairy-free version, substitute sour cream and mayonnaise with coconut yogurt and vegan mayo.

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