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Fresh Cucumber Dill Salad with Creamy Sour Cream Dressing

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A refreshing and creamy cucumber salad featuring a tangy sour cream dressing with fresh dill, perfect for summer meals and quick gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large English cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 small clove garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar (optional)
  • 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and dry the English cucumbers. Using a sharp knife or mandoline slicer, slice them thinly, about 1/8 inch thick. Pat dry with paper towels if excess moisture is present.
  2. Remove stems from fresh dill and finely chop to make about 3 tablespoons. Thinly slice green onions, using both white and green parts.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise (if using), lemon juice, minced garlic, white vinegar, salt, and pepper until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  4. Toss cucumber slices, chopped dill, and green onions gently in a mixing bowl. Pour the dressing over and fold until cucumbers are evenly coated.
  5. Refrigerate the salad for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and cucumbers to soften slightly without losing crunch.

Notes

If cucumbers are watery, sprinkle with salt and let sit for 10 minutes, then drain excess liquid before adding dressing. Letting the salad chill for at least 15 minutes enhances flavor melding. For a lighter dressing, omit mayonnaise or substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt. For dairy-free, use plant-based sour cream alternatives.

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Keywords: cucumber salad, dill salad, sour cream dressing, summer salad, easy salad, creamy cucumber salad, fresh dill, quick side dish

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