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Cozy Creamy Cucumber Salad with Sour Cream and Dill

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A quick and refreshing cucumber salad featuring a creamy sour cream and fresh dill dressing, perfect as a light side dish or snack.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium English cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup (240 ml) sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt, plus more for salting cucumbers
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Optional: 1 small clove garlic, minced
  • Optional dairy-free substitute: plain coconut yogurt

Instructions

  1. Rinse and pat dry the cucumbers. Using a sharp knife, slice them into thin rounds about 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick.
  2. Place the cucumber slices in a colander and sprinkle evenly with 1 teaspoon of salt. Toss gently to coat. Let sit for 20 minutes to draw out excess water.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together sour cream, white vinegar, sugar, black pepper, and fresh dill until smooth and creamy.
  4. After 20 minutes, gently press the cucumbers with your hands or a clean kitchen towel to squeeze out remaining liquid.
  5. Add the drained cucumbers to the dressing bowl. Toss gently to coat all slices evenly. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld.
  7. Just before serving, give it a quick stir and sprinkle a little extra fresh dill on top.

Notes

Salting the cucumbers and draining excess water is key to preventing a watery salad. Use fresh dill for best flavor. The salad tastes best after chilling for at least 30 minutes. For dairy-free, substitute sour cream with plain coconut yogurt or cashew cream.

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