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Creamy Cucumber Dill Salad Recipe with Tangy Sour Cream Dressing

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A quick and refreshing cucumber salad with a creamy, tangy sour cream dressing and fresh dill, perfect for summer gatherings and easy to prepare in under 15 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced (English cucumbers preferred)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) full-fat sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) white vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: ¼ medium red onion, very thinly sliced
  • Optional: Fresh chives, chopped

Instructions

  1. Wash 3 medium cucumbers thoroughly. Using a sharp knife or mandoline, slice them into very thin rounds, about 1/8 inch thick (3 mm). If adding red onion, slice ¼ of a medium onion as thinly as possible.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup (240 ml) full-fat sour cream with 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon (5 ml) white vinegar, ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) garlic powder, and a pinch of salt and black pepper. Whisk until smooth and slightly frothy. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  3. Finely chop 2 tablespoons (about 8 grams) of fresh dill fronds and add to the dressing. Stir well.
  4. Add the sliced cucumbers (and optional onion) into the bowl with the dressing. Gently toss everything together using tongs or clean hands, ensuring each slice is coated with dressing.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes before serving to let flavors meld. For deeper flavor, chill up to 1 hour.
  6. Before serving, stir the salad gently and taste. Add more salt or black pepper if needed. Optionally, sprinkle chopped fresh chives on top.

Notes

If cucumbers seem watery, lightly salt and drain them in a colander for 10 minutes, then pat dry before mixing to reduce excess moisture. Use fresh dill for best flavor. The salad tastes best after chilling. Adjust acidity gradually to avoid overpowering the dressing.

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Keywords: cucumber salad, creamy cucumber salad, dill salad, sour cream dressing, summer salad, easy cucumber salad, refreshing salad

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