Cucumber Salad Recipe

This easy cucumber salad recipe is light, tangy, and full of flavor! Made with fresh cucumbers, light dressing, and minimal seasoning, it's the perfect summer side, BBQ side, or cooling snack.

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 10 mins

Rest Time 1 hr

Total Time 1 hr 20 mins

Cooking Method: mixing

Cuisine: American

Courses: Side Dish, Vegetarian

Difficulty: Beginner

Servings: 8

Calories: 77 kcal

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Description

This easy cucumber salad recipe is light, tangy, and full of flavor! Made with fresh cucumbers, light dressing, and minimal seasoning, it's the perfect summer side, BBQ side, or cooling snack.

Ingredients

2 English cucumber
1/3 cup Sliced White Onion (Optional)

For the Dressing

1/2 cup Sour Cream (or Plain Greek Yogurt)
3 tbsp Mayonnaise
1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Dill
3 tbsp White vinegar
1/2 tsp Granulated Sugar
Salt to Taste

Instructions

1
Wash the cucumber and cut it into slices ¼-inch thick.
2
In a large bowl, whisk the sour cream, mayonnaise, dill, vinegar, sugar, and 1/8 teaspoon salt.
3
• If you're using cucumbers and onions, add them and gently toss well to coat.
4
Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.
5
Taste and season with additional salt and pepper and sprinkle with fresh dill if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 77kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7g11%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Cholesterol 10mg4%
Sodium 47mg2%
Potassium 141mg5%
Total Carbohydrate 4g2%
Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Sugars 2g
Protein 1g2%

Vitamin A 282 IU
Vitamin C 3 mg
Calcium 31 mg
Iron 1 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

If using field cucumbers, peel them and scrape out the seeds with a spoon. Additional fresh herbs like basil, parsley, and dill can be added. Store leftover salad in the refrigerator for up to 2–3 days. Drain any juices and stir before serving.

Read it online: https://therecipenook.com/recipe/cucumber-salad-recipe/