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Creamy Cucumber Dill Salad: Best Easy Summer Side

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This creamy cucumber dill salad is the ultimate summer side dish—cool, refreshing, and incredibly easy to make. With crisp cucumbers, tangy sour cream and yogurt dressing, and fresh dill, it’s a crowd-pleaser that comes together in just 15 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large English cucumbers (or 3 medium Persian cucumbers)
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt, plus more for salting cucumbers
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Prep the cucumbers: Wash cucumbers well. If using English cucumbers, leave skin on. Slice into thin rounds, about 1/8-inch thick.
  2. Salt the cucumbers: Place sliced cucumbers in a colander set over a bowl. Sprinkle with about 1 teaspoon kosher salt and toss gently. Let sit for 15-20 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
  3. While cucumbers sit, prep the onion: Peel red onion and slice as thin as possible. For a milder bite, soak slices in ice water for 10 minutes, then drain and pat dry.
  4. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream, Greek yogurt, white wine vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, garlic powder, black pepper, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  5. Dry the cucumbers: After 15-20 minutes, rinse cucumbers quickly with cold water to remove excess salt. Pat dry thoroughly with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
  6. Combine everything: In a large mixing bowl, combine dried cucumber slices, sliced red onion, and chopped fresh dill. Toss gently to distribute.
  7. Add the dressing: Pour dressing over cucumber mixture and fold gently until every slice is coated. Avoid overmixing to keep cucumbers intact.
  8. Chill (optional but recommended): Cover bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
  9. Garnish and serve: Just before serving, give salad a gentle stir. Garnish with extra fresh dill sprigs or a sprinkle of black pepper. Serve cold.

Notes

Don’t skip salting the cucumbers—it prevents a watery dressing. For best flavor, let the salad rest in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving. Fresh dill is essential; dried dill won’t provide the same brightness. If making ahead, store dressing separately and toss just before serving.

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