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Fresh Creamy Cucumber Salad

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A quick and easy tangy cucumber salad with a creamy dressing, perfect as a refreshing BBQ side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium fresh cucumbers, thinly sliced (preferably English cucumbers)
  • ½ cup (120 ml) sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons finely diced red onion (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and peel cucumbers if skin is thick or waxed. Slice very thinly (about 1/8 inch / 3 mm) using a sharp knife or mandoline.
  2. Place sliced cucumbers in a colander or salad spinner, sprinkle with ½ teaspoon salt, toss gently and let sit for 10 minutes to draw out water. Pat dry with paper towels.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, white vinegar, sugar, black pepper, and chopped dill until smooth and creamy.
  4. Add dried cucumber slices and optional diced red onion to the dressing bowl. Toss gently but thoroughly to coat every slice.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and chill the salad.
  6. Before serving, taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt or vinegar if needed.

Notes

Salting cucumbers and draining excess moisture is key to preventing a watery salad. Use fresh dill for best flavor. Can be made vegan by substituting sour cream and mayonnaise with coconut yogurt or plant-based mayo. Best served chilled and within 24 hours for optimal texture.

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