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Quick Creamy Dill Cucumber Salad

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A quick, creamy, and refreshing cucumber salad with red onion and fresh dill, perfect as an easy side dish for summer gatherings or casual meals.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced (preferably English cucumbers)
  • ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup (120 ml) sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon sugar (optional)

Instructions

  1. Wash and thinly slice 2 medium cucumbers (about 300 grams). Peel if desired. Pat slices dry with paper towel or use a salad spinner to remove excess moisture. (About 10 minutes)
  2. Slice half a small red onion (about 50 grams) thinly. Soak slices in cold water for 5 minutes to mellow sharpness, then drain and pat dry. (About 5 minutes)
  3. In a medium bowl, combine ½ cup sour cream, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, 2 tablespoons freshly chopped dill, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon sugar, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Whisk until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste. (About 5 minutes)
  4. Add cucumber and red onion slices to the bowl with the dressing. Gently toss to coat evenly without bruising the cucumbers. (About 2 minutes)
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving to let flavors meld. Garnish with extra dill sprigs if desired.

Notes

Dry cucumbers well to prevent watery salad. Soaking red onion slices in cold water mellows sharpness. Use fresh dill for best flavor; if using dried, use 1 teaspoon and add early to dressing. Chill salad at least 15 minutes before serving for best flavor. Can substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a lighter option or use dairy-free alternatives for vegan version.

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