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Fresh Creamy Cucumber Dill Salad with Red Onion Vinegar Dressing

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A fresh, creamy cucumber salad featuring thinly sliced English cucumbers, tangy red onion soaked in white wine vinegar, and a creamy dressing with sour cream and mayonnaise, brightened with fresh dill.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large English cucumbers, thinly sliced (about 1 lb or 500g)
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced (about 3.5 oz or 100g)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
  • 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (120 ml)
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise (60 ml)
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Wash and thinly slice the cucumbers about 1/8-inch (3 mm) thick. Pat dry with paper towels or use a salad spinner to remove excess moisture. (10 minutes)
  2. Thinly slice the red onion and place in a bowl. Pour 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar over the onion slices and let soak for 10 minutes to soften the bite. (10 minutes soak)
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar, granulated sugar, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until creamy and well combined. (5 minutes)
  4. Drain the soaked onions and add them to the cucumbers. Pour the dressing over and toss gently to coat evenly. Fold in the chopped fresh dill carefully. (5 minutes)
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and cucumbers to soften slightly. (30+ minutes chill)

Notes

Pat cucumbers dry or use a salad spinner to reduce excess moisture and prevent watery salad. Soak red onions in vinegar to mellow sharpness. Chill salad for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor. Drain excess liquid before serving if needed. Handle cucumbers gently to keep slices intact.

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Keywords: cucumber salad, creamy cucumber salad, dill salad, red onion vinegar dressing, easy cucumber salad, summer salad, fresh cucumber salad

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