Creamy Cucumber Dill Salad (Printable)

Fresh cucumbers in a creamy dill sauce, ideal for warm days and casual gatherings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 large English cucumbers, thinly sliced
02 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced

→ Dressing

03 - 1/2 cup sour cream
04 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
05 - 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped or 1 teaspoon dried dill
07 - 1 teaspoon sugar
08 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# How-To Steps:

01 - Place the sliced cucumbers and red onion in a large mixing bowl.
02 - In a separate bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, vinegar, dill, sugar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and fully blended.
03 - Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and onion. Toss gently until all vegetables are evenly coated.
04 - Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors.
05 - Serve chilled and garnish with additional fresh dill if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This is my secret for making summer gatherings easier—everyone asks for seconds.
  • The tangy dill dressing pairs perfectly with almost anything fresh off the grill.
02 -
  • Don't skip chilling—once, in my impatience, I served it straight away and the flavors felt unfinished.
  • Switching to Greek yogurt saved me on a busy night; it worked out deliciously creamy, lighter, and still tangy.
03 -
  • A sharp knife makes cucumber slices beautifully thin, which is key to the salad's texture.
  • The dressing benefits hugely from letting it sit for 5–10 minutes before tossing—it melds the flavors perfectly.
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