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Creamy Cucumber Dill Salad

Creamy Cucumber Dill Salad for a Refreshing Summer Twist

Enjoy a refreshing Creamy Cucumber Dill Salad filled with garden-fresh flavors, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 49

Ingredients
  

For the Dressing
  • ½ cup sour cream substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter option
  • 1 tablespoon vinegar try apple cider vinegar for a sweeter profile
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil avocado oil works well as an alternative
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill use dried dill at half the amount
  • to taste salt adjust according to your taste
  • to taste pepper adjust according to your taste
For the Salad
  • 2 medium garden cucumbers any variety works if garden ones are unavailable
  • ½ medium red onion swap for green onion for a milder flavor

Equipment

  • mason jar
  • Salad bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a mason jar, combine ½ cup sour cream, 1 tablespoon vinegar, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh dill. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Secure the lid tightly and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well blended and creamy.
  2. Prepare the cucumbers by rinsing them under cold water. Peel, halve, and slice them into thin rounds. Also, thinly slice ½ red onion.
  3. In a large salad bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers and red onions, mixing gently.
  4. Pour the prepared dressing over the cucumber and onion mixture. Toss gently to ensure every piece is well coated.
  5. Serve immediately or let it chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes for enhanced flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 49kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 2gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For maximum flavor, chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. Best enjoyed within 24 hours for optimal freshness.

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