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Fresh Creamy Dill Cucumber Salad with Feta and Quick-Pickled Onions

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A refreshing and creamy cucumber salad featuring tangy quick-pickled onions, fresh dill, and salty feta cheese. Perfect for summer gatherings and easy to prepare in about 20 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced (English or Kirby cucumbers)
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Quick-Pickled Onions: In a small bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and water until sugar dissolves. Place the thinly sliced red onions in a jar or bowl and pour the pickling liquid over them. Let sit at room temperature for at least 10 minutes.
  2. Slice the Cucumbers: Wash and thinly slice cucumbers. For less watery salad, sprinkle a pinch of salt on cucumber slices and let them sit in a colander for 10 minutes, then gently press or pat dry with paper towels.
  3. Make the Creamy Dill Dressing: In a medium bowl, combine sour cream or Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, and chopped fresh dill. Whisk together until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Assemble the Salad: Add the drained cucumber slices to the bowl with the dressing and toss gently to coat. Drain the pickled onions and add them along with crumbled feta cheese. Toss lightly again.
  5. Final Seasoning and Chill: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Cover and chill the salad for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

For less watery salad, salt and drain cucumbers before assembling. Let pickled onions sit at least 10 minutes for best flavor. Use fresh dill for best taste; substitute with tarragon or parsley if needed. For dairy-free, use vegan feta and dairy-free yogurt. Salad is best served chilled but can be served at room temperature. Leftovers keep up to 2 days refrigerated.

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Keywords: cucumber salad, creamy dill dressing, quick-pickled onions, feta cheese, summer salad, easy salad recipe, fresh salad

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