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Fresh Creamy Cucumber Dill Salad Recipe Easy Homemade with Red Onion and Sour Cream

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A refreshing and creamy cucumber dill salad with red onion and sour cream, perfect as a light side dish that balances tangy, creamy, and crunchy textures.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced (English cucumbers recommended)
  • ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
  • ¾ cup (180 ml) sour cream (full-fat preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped (or 1 tsp dried dill)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced (optional)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • ½ teaspoon sugar or honey (optional, to balance acidity)

Instructions

  1. Wash and slice the cucumbers thinly (about 1/8 inch or 3 mm thick). Optionally peel partially or fully. Place in a colander and drain excess moisture for about 10 minutes. Lightly salt cucumbers and let sit for less watery salad.
  2. Peel and slice half a small red onion very thinly. Soak in cold water for 5 minutes if you want to mellow the sharpness, then drain well.
  3. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together sour cream, lemon juice, minced garlic, and chopped fresh dill until smooth. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Add sugar or honey if desired to balance acidity.
  4. Add the drained cucumbers and red onions to the dressing. Gently toss to coat evenly without bruising the cucumbers.
  5. Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld. It can be served chilled or at room temperature.
  6. Before serving, taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed. Garnish with extra fresh dill.

Notes

Drain cucumbers well to avoid watery salad. Use fresh dill for best flavor. Can substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for tangier taste or dairy-free alternatives for vegan version. Chill salad for at least 20 minutes before serving to meld flavors. Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.

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