Description
Creamy Cucumber Salad is a refreshing delight perfect for summer gatherings, barbecues, or as a light meal. This dish features crisp cucumbers enveloped in a tangy, velvety dressing made with sour cream and fresh dill. With its delightful crunch and vibrant flavors, this salad is sure to impress your guests and become a staple at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium cucumbers (sliced thinly)
- 1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Wash and slice cucumbers thinly. Place in a colander, sprinkle with salt, and let sit for 15 minutes to draw out moisture.
- In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream, lemon juice, chopped dill, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
- Rinse cucumbers under cold water and pat dry. Add to the dressing and fold until well-coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled in a bowl or on individual plates.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: - Customize by adding diced tomatoes or bell peppers for extra color. - For a Mediterranean twist, incorporate crumbled feta cheese or sliced olives.