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Fresh Creamy Cucumber Dill Salad

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A quick and easy creamy cucumber dill salad with red onion that is fresh, tangy, and perfect as a light homemade side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium English cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) sour cream
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 small clove garlic, minced (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Wash the cucumbers well and slice into thin rounds about 1/8-inch (3 mm) thick. Thinly slice the red onion and soak in cold water for 5 minutes to reduce sharpness.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, minced garlic (if using), sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  3. Drain and pat dry the red onion slices with paper towels to avoid watering down the salad.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, drained red onions, and fresh dill. Add chopped chives if using.
  5. Pour the creamy dressing over the cucumber mixture and gently toss until each slice is evenly coated. Avoid overmixing to keep cucumbers crisp.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 1 hour, to let flavors meld and cucumbers soak up the dressing before serving.

Notes

Soaking the red onion in cold water mellows its sharpness. Letting the salad chill for at least 30 minutes enhances flavor melding and creaminess. If watery after chilling, drain excess liquid before serving. Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a lighter version or vegan substitutes for dairy-free.

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