Creamy Cucumber Salad🥗 Side
Cool, refreshing cucumber salad with sour cream and dill. Perfect for hot summer days.
By Sarah Chen, Home Cook Enthusiast
A well-composed salad is never an afterthought — it is a dish in its own right. This creamy cucumber salad brings together fresh textures and bright flavors in a way that feels both wholesome and genuinely satisfying. It works beautifully as a light main course or as the kind of side dish that quietly steals the show at the dinner table.
When adding dairy, lower the heat first and stir continuously. Cream and cheese can break if they hit a rolling boil, and you want a silky, smooth result.
For the best texture, dress the salad just before serving — the greens stay crisp and the flavors stay bright. If you are making it ahead, keep the dressing separate and toss everything together at the last minute. Add grilled chicken or shrimp to turn it into a complete meal.
Ingredients
- 3 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp white vinegar
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tsp sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Toss sliced cucumbers with 1 tsp salt in a colander. Let drain 15 minutes.
- Pat cucumbers dry with paper towels.
- Whisk together sour cream, vinegar, dill, and sugar.
- Combine cucumbers and onion in a bowl.
- Pour dressing over and toss gently.
- Refrigerate 30 minutes before serving. Season with salt and pepper.
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