Description

This creamy dill cucumber onion salad is crisp, tangy, and perfect for any summer meal. Made with sour cream, mayo, and fresh dill, this refreshing side dish comes together in just 30 minutes and is ideal for barbecues, potlucks, or weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

Scale

4 cucumbers, chilled, half-peeled, thinly sliced (~1000 grams)

1 small red onion, sliced (~75–100 grams)

1/2 cup (120 grams) sour cream

1 tablespoon (15 grams) mayonnaise

2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill

1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper or black pepper

Flakey sea salt, to taste

Optional garnishes:

– Extra chopped fresh dill

– Freshly-cracked pepper

Instructions

Combine sliced cucumber and red onion in a large mixing bowl.I
n a separate bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, dill, and pepper.
Pour the dressing over the cucumber and onion mixture. Toss well until fully coated.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Sprinkle flakey sea salt and optional garnishes before serving.

Notes

If preparing in advance, salt and drain cucumbers and onions before mixing to reduce excess water.
This salad is best served chilled and fresh, but it can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Use English cucumbers for fewer seeds and less water content if desired.
You can substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a tangier variation.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 95
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 100mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 5g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: cucumber salad, creamy cucumber dill salad, cucumber onion salad, summer salad, quick side dish