Description
This German Creamy Cucumber Salad is a refreshing, tangy side dish featuring thinly sliced English cucumbers coated in a smooth sour cream and dill dressing. Perfectly chilled and lightly seasoned, it’s a classic cold summer salad ideal for pairing with a variety of main courses.
Ingredients
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Cucumbers
- 2 large English cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon salt
Dressing
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 small shallot or 1/4 red onion, finely sliced
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare Cucumbers: Place the thinly sliced cucumbers in a colander and sprinkle them evenly with salt. Let them sit for 30 minutes to draw out excess water, which helps keep the salad crisp without becoming watery.
- Drain Excess Moisture: After 30 minutes, gently squeeze the cucumbers using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to remove any remaining moisture. This step is important to prevent the salad from becoming soggy.
- Make the Dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together the sour cream, white vinegar, granulated sugar, chopped dill, and black pepper until the dressing is smooth and well combined.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the drained cucumbers and finely sliced shallot or red onion to the dressing. Gently fold everything together to ensure the cucumbers are evenly coated with the creamy dressing.
- Chill the Salad: Refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour before serving. Chilling allows the flavors to meld beautifully and enhances the overall taste.
- Serve: Stir the salad gently before serving to redistribute the dressing and enjoy the cool, refreshing flavors.
Notes
- Serve this salad chilled for the best taste and texture.
- You can prepare the salad a few hours ahead of time to let the flavors develop even more.
- For a lighter alternative, substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream.
- Use fresh dill to achieve the most authentic and vibrant flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus 30 minutes resting)
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: German
