How to Make the Perfect Creamy Cucumber Dill Salad
Eastern European · Easy · 15 min · 4 servings
This creamy cucumber dill salad is a refreshing and cooling quick dish that is ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking needed. The combination of tangy sour cream and fresh dill makes this quick salad absolutely irresistible.
Why this recipe works
This Creamy Cucumber Dill Salad recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 15 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 120 calories with 3g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 6 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 2 large English cucumbers thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 3 tbsp fresh dill chopped
- 1 tbsp white wine vinegar
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Salt Cucumbers
Toss sliced cucumbers with salt in a colander and let stand for 5 minutes then press gently to remove excess moisture.
Step 2: Make Dressing
Whisk together sour cream white wine vinegar garlic powder and fresh dill in a large bowl.
Step 3: Combine
Pat cucumbers dry then fold them into the creamy dressing until completely coated.
Step 4: Taste and Serve
Adjust seasoning with more salt or vinegar as needed then garnish with extra dill and serve chilled.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- sour cream → plain Greek yogurt for a lighter and tangier version
- white wine vinegar → apple cider vinegar or fresh lemon juice
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Skipping the salting step which results in a watery dressing
- Using dried dill instead of fresh which significantly reduces flavor
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 120 calories, 3g protein, 8g carbs, 9g fat, 1g fiber.
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