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Creamy Dill Cucumber Salad Recipe Easy Tangy Sour Cream Dressing

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A crunchy, refreshing cucumber salad with a tangy sour cream and fresh dill dressing, perfect for summer gatherings and quick to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced (English cucumbers preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1 cup sour cream (full-fat recommended)
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar (or honey as a natural substitute)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Optional: 1 small red onion, thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry cucumbers. Slice thinly about 1/8 inch thick. Peel if desired.
  2. Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon salt over cucumber slices and toss gently. Let sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together sour cream, white vinegar, sugar, garlic powder, black pepper, and fresh dill until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  4. If using, thinly slice red onion and set aside.
  5. Drain cucumbers using a fine mesh strainer or clean kitchen towel to press out excess liquid.
  6. Combine drained cucumbers and red onion (if using) with the dressing. Fold gently until evenly coated.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld and dressing thicken.
  8. Before serving, stir salad gently and garnish with extra dill sprigs if desired.

Notes

Salting and draining cucumbers is essential to prevent watery salad. Use fresh dill for best flavor. Chill salad before serving to enhance taste. Adjust sugar and vinegar to personal preference. Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a lighter version or coconut yogurt for dairy-free.

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