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Fresh Creamy Cucumber Salad Recipe Easy 5-Minute Dill and Red Onion Side Dish

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A quick and refreshing creamy cucumber salad with dill and red onion, perfect as a light and tangy side dish that pairs well with a variety of meals.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large English cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: ½ teaspoon sugar or honey

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry the cucumbers. Using a sharp knife, slice them thinly (about 1/8-inch or 3 mm thick). Set aside in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Peel and slice the red onion as thinly as possible. Optionally soak the slices in cold water for 5 minutes, then drain well to tame sharpness.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and optional sweetener until smooth.
  4. Pour the dressing over the cucumber and red onion slices. Add the chopped fresh dill and toss gently but thoroughly to coat evenly.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving to let flavors meld and soften the onion’s bite.
  6. Give the salad a quick toss just before serving and adjust seasoning with salt or pepper if needed.

Notes

Pat cucumber slices dry before mixing to reduce excess moisture and prevent sogginess. Chill salad for at least 15 minutes before serving to meld flavors and soften onion bite. Drain any liquid if salad sits longer than a few hours. For dairy-free, substitute sour cream and mayonnaise with vegan alternatives. Use half the amount of dried dill if fresh is unavailable.

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