Fresh Creamy Dill Cucumber Salad Recipe Easy Homemade Sour Cream Dressing
A refreshing and creamy cucumber salad with red onion and a tangy sour cream dill dressing, perfect for summer meals and quick side dishes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium English cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup (240 ml) full-fat sour cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Optional: ½ teaspoon sugar or honey
Instructions
- Slice the cucumbers and red onion thinly using a mandoline or sharp knife, about 1/8-inch (3 mm) thick.
- Place cucumber slices in a colander, sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt, toss gently, and let sit for 15 minutes to draw out excess water. Pat dry with paper towels.
- In a separate bowl, combine sour cream, chopped dill, lemon juice, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix well until smooth. Adjust seasoning and add sugar or honey if desired.
- Add cucumber and red onion slices to the dressing bowl. Gently fold together with a spatula or large spoon to coat evenly without crushing.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld. Can be prepared up to 2 hours ahead.
- Before serving, stir gently and adjust salt and pepper if needed. Garnish with extra fresh dill if desired.
Notes
Salting cucumbers before mixing is essential to prevent a watery salad. Use a mandoline for uniform thin slices. Chill salad before serving for best flavor. For dairy-free, substitute sour cream with coconut yogurt or cashew cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 90
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
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