Best 11 German Cucumber Dressing Recipes

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German Cucumber Dressing is a versatile and flavorful dressing that can be used on a variety of dishes, from salads to sandwiches to grilled meats. It is made with a combination of fresh cucumbers, vinegar, sugar, and spices. The cucumbers provide a crunchy texture and a refreshing flavor, while the vinegar and sugar add a tangy sweetness. The spices, such as dill, garlic, and onion, add depth and complexity to the dressing. German Cucumber Dressing is easy to make and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

GERMAN CUCUMBER SALAD



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Make and share this German Cucumber Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Parsley

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 large cucumbers, peeled and thily sliced
1 small onion, peeled and thinly sliced
3 small roma tomatoes, thinly sliced
1/3 cup low-fat sour cream
1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon white vinegar
2 tablespoons low-fat milk
1/2-3/4 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt, to taste

Steps:

  • Place the cucumbers, onions and tomatoes in a large bowl. Set aside.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together all dressing ingredients. Pour over salad mixture.
  • Toss to coat well.
  • Chill at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 47.6, Fat 1.9, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 5.5, Sodium 111.5, Carbohydrate 7.1, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 3.6, Protein 1.6

GERMAN SALAD DRESSING FOR LETTUCE SALAD (SALATSAUCE)



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Try this simple German salad dressing made with heavy cream, lemon juice, and sugar on sweet butter lettuce for a continental taste treat.

Provided by Jennifer McGavin

Categories     Salad     Sauce

Time 5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

For the Dressing:
1/4 cup cream (heavy, or half-and-half )
2 teaspoons lemon juice (fresh)
2 teaspoons sugar
Milk, if necessary
For the Salad:
6 to 8 cups salad greens (crisp, washed and dried, torn into bite-size pieces)
Optional: sliced or chopped tomatoes, or other ingredients you like

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup heavy cream or half-and-half, 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice and 2 teaspoons sugar until the sugar dissolves.
  • Add a little milk to thin, if necessary.
  • Add salad greens and tomatoes and any other ingredients shortly before serving and toss to coat.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129 kcal, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Fiber 5 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 252 mg, Sugar 5 g, Fat 7 g, ServingSize 6 to 8 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

CREAMY GERMAN CUCUMBER SALAD



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A thoroughly authentic Creamy German Cucumber Salad recipe to accompany your summer dinners, BBQ's, potlucks and picnics - or enjoy it any time of year!

Provided by Kimberly Killebrew

Categories     Salad     Side Dish

Time 2h10m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 large cucumbers ((about 1 1/2 pounds or 700 grams), sliced to desired thinness )
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup sliced yellow onion
1 clove garlic (, minced)
For the Creamy Dressing:
3/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup plain yogurt
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill ((fresh is best but can substitute 2 teaspoons dried dill))
2-3 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place the sliced cucumbers in a bowl and toss with the teaspoon of salt. Let sit for about 30 minutes then drain thoroughly. Add the sliced onions to the cucumbers.
  • To make the dressing: Place all remaining ingredients in a small bowl and stir to combine. Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and onions and stir to combine. Add more salt and pepper to taste.Cover and chill for at least 2 hours (4 hours if using dried herbs) before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 16 mg, Sodium 497 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CREAMY VEGAN CUCUMBER SALAD (GERMAN-INSPIRED)



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Creamy, German-inspired cucumber salad with fresh dill and tangy coconut yogurt. A refreshing, plant-based side for BBQs and beyond. Just 15 minutes, 10 ingredients, and 1 bowl required!

Provided by Minimalist Baker

Categories     Side Dish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2/3 cup finely diced red onion ((or halved & thinly sliced with a mandolin* // ~1/2 medium onion as recipe is written))
1 large clove garlic, minced
1 cup unsweetened plain coconut yogurt ((we like Culina))
1/2 tsp each sea salt and black pepper
2 Tbsp lemon juice ((~ 1 medium lemon as recipe is written))
1 ½ Tbsp apple cider vinegar
2 tsp dijon mustard ((or yellow mustard))
1-2 tsp maple syrup ((to balance out the flavor))
1/4 cup finely chopped dill
1 medium cucumber, halved lengthwise, thinly sliced ((~2 cups as recipe is written))

Steps:

  • In a medium mixing bowl, add all ingredients except for the dill and cucumber (so onion, garlic, coconut yogurt, salt, pepper, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, mustard, and maple syrup). Mix the dressing until smooth. NOTE: For less intense onion/garlic flavor, you can soak the onion and garlic in boiling water for 5 minutes, then strain well and add to the mixing bowl.
  • Add the dill and sliced cucumber and mix again until cucumber is well coated with dressing.
  • Taste and adjust as needed, adding lemon juice or apple cider vinegar for acidity, maple syrup to balance the acidity, dill for herby flavor, or more cucumber for a less saucy dressing.
  • Best when fresh. If preparing in advance, store dressing and cucumber separately in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. Not freezer friendly.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 side serving, Calories 127 kcal, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Protein 0.9 g, Fat 12.8 g, SaturatedFat 11.4 g, Sodium 373 mg, Fiber 1.5 g, Sugar 4.2 g, UnsaturatedFat 0.2 g

BAVARIAN CUCUMBER SALAD



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Provided by Angela Schofield

Categories     Salad

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 small cucumbers
3 tbsp. lemon juice
1 tbsp. sugar
1/2 medium onion
1/2 bunch fresh dill
1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
1/3 cup sour cream
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. coarse pepper

Steps:

  • Peel cucumbers, slice thinly and add to a large bowl.
  • Finely cube the onion and add to the cucumbers.
  • Mix heavy whipping cream, sour cream, lemon juice, sugar, salt and pepper in a small bowl.
  • Add to the cucumbers and mix well.
  • Chop the dill finely, add to the salad and toss lightly.
  • Let marinate for about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 grams

CREAMY GERMAN CUCUMBER SALAD (GURKENSALAT)



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Creamy German Cucumber Salad, or Gurkensalat, is a fresh and simple side dish featuring thinly sliced cucumbers in a sour cream and dill dressing!

Provided by Samantha Skaggs

Categories     Salad

Time 2h15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup sour cream
1 clove pressed (or finely minced/mashed garlic)
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh minced dill
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt (DIVIDED)
Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
1 1/2 pounds seedless cucumbers (such as 2 large English cucumbers)

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, stir together the sour cream, garlic, white wine vinegar, dill, sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper until well-combined. Cover and refrigerate.
  • Peel and very thinly slice the cucumbers. Add the cucumber slices to a colander placed over a deep bowl. Sprinkle with the remaining 3/4 teaspoon salt and stir well to coat all of the slices. Loosely cover with a paper towel (or a clean kitchen towel) and allow to drain for 2 hours, stirring every 20 minutes or so.
  • After 2 hours, press down on the cucumbers in the colander to extract any extra moisture. Spread out the slices on a couple of paper towels and pat dry. Remove the dressing from the fridge and stir in the cucumber slices. Either serve immediately or return to the refrigerator for 1 hour or up to overnight. Just before serving, adjust the salt and pepper, to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 58 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 9 mg, Sodium 405 mg, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

GERMAN CUCUMBER SALAD



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This is a recipe for a refreshing German Cucumber Salad. Called Gurkensalat, it's a staple side salad you'll find versions of in every household in Germany. It's particularly favoured during the warmer weather for its cooling effects, as well as alongside rich mains such as German Pork Knuckle.It will go with virtually any European or Western dish, as it has a clean, neutral flavour.The dressing is very thick at first, but it naturally becomes diluted with the cucumber juices so you end up with a thinner, white dressing. This makes this Cucumber Salad refreshing rather than cloying. Don't skip the dill, it really makes it!

Provided by Nagi

Categories     Side Salad

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 English / telegraph cucumbers ((ie. long cucumbers. Sub 4 x Lebanese cucumbers, Note 1))
1/2 cup sour cream ((sub plain, thick yogurt))
1 tbsp white vinegar ((plain distilled vinegar))
1 tsp white sugar
1 tbsp fresh dill (, finely chopped)
1/2 tsp salt
Black pepper

Steps:

  • Peel cucumbers and finely slice into 2mm / 0.2" slices using a mandoline (or by hand and show off your knife skills!)
  • Mix dressing ingredients in a small bowl.
  • Toss cucumbers with dressing, then set aside for at least 4 hours or even overnight. The cucumbers will soften and leach juice which will thin the dressing to the right consistency.
  • Serving: Toss well then transfer to bowl for serving. Serve chilled for the most refreshing flavour!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 66 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 12 mg, Sodium 253 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

GERMAN CUCUMBER DRESSING



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Light and refreshing Cucumber Dressing. Easy to fix and delicious. This recipe is one that they use in European restaurants.

Provided by cgclemons Clemons

Categories     German

Time 5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons light tasting oil (I used Crisco)
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1 -2 tablespoon sour cream
1 pinch salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Mix all together and taste.
  • Add more vinegar, salt, sugar,water or whatever to your taste.
  • Pour over thinly sliced cucumbers and onions.
  • Refrigerate until chilled.
  • Best to use the thin burpless gormet cucumbers that are individually wrapped.
  • They have less seeds and are not as bitter as regular cucumbers.

GERMAN CUCUMBER SALAD (GURKENSALAT)



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Fresh and crispy German cucumber salad, just like the kind you know and love from German restaurants!

Provided by Kimberly Killebrew, www.daringgourmet.com

Categories     Salad     Side

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 medium cucumbers (peeled and thinly sliced into rounds (if the cucumbers aren't waxed you can leave the peels on for more color))
1/3 cup chopped fresh dill
2 tablespoons chopped chives (optional - I don't always include these)
1 tablespoon dried minced onion (more concentrated flavor than fresh onion)
3 tablespoons neutral-tasting oil
3 tablespoons white vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place the sliced cucumbers in a bowl and toss with a heaping teaspoon of salt. Let sit for about 30 minutes then drain thoroughly. In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining ingredients. Pour over the cucumbers and stir to combine. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours before serving, stirring it a couple of times. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve cold or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 7 g, Sodium 392 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

GURKENSALAT (GERMAN CUCUMBER SALAD)



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A traditional German favorite that I have loved since I was a child. This recipe is quick, easy, and delicious. Substitute cider vinegar for a different flavor. I prefer to leave the skins on the cucumbers for more texture and flavor, but they can also be peeled prior to slicing if desired. Flavor is best when marinated for several hours before serving.

Provided by hisunbeam

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 8h50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large cucumbers, sliced thin
½ onion, sliced thin
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup sour cream
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 teaspoon dried dill
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Spread cucumbers and onion on a platter; season with salt and let rest for 30 minutes. Squeeze excess moisture from cucumbers.
  • Stir sour cream, sugar, vinegar, dill, and parsley together in a large bowl.
  • Fold cucumber and onion slices into the sour cream mixture.
  • Refrigerate 8 hours to over night; garnish with paprika to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60.4 calories, Carbohydrate 7.9 g, Cholesterol 6.3 mg, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 300.9 mg, Sugar 5 g

GERMAN CUCUMBER-DILL SALAD (GURKENSALAT)



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Serve German gurkensalat, or cucumbers with dill, for a refreshing summer salad that goes well with many types of meat.

Provided by Jennifer McGavin

Categories     Appetizer     Side Dish     Salad

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 seedless English cucumber (long and skinny; or 2 Persian cucumbers)
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (or white vinegar )
1 tablespoon sugar (or to taste)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
1 small red onion (thinly sliced and broken into rings), optional
3 tablespoons fresh dill (chopped), optional

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Rinse and dry the cucumber. With unwaxed, seedless cucumbers, you can leave part or all of the skin on in strips, which looks attractive when you cut it and actually helps hold the slices together. Other varieties should be peeled and seeded first.
  • Using a mandoline , a food processor with the thin slicer attachment, or the slicer opening on a cheese grater, thinly slice the cucumber(s). They should be almost see-through. Set aside.
  • Make the dressing by placing the vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper in a serving bowl and whisk until the sugar completely dissolves.
  • Add the sliced cucumber, red onion rings, and chopped dill (if using) and then toss well. Marinate for 5 or more minutes, toss again, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 22 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 134 mg, Sugar 4 g, Fat 0 g, ServingSize 4 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

Tips for Making German Cucumber Dressing:

  • Use fresh, crisp cucumbers for the best flavor.
  • Peel and seed the cucumbers before grating them.
  • Grate the cucumbers on the large holes of a box grater.
  • Squeeze the grated cucumbers in a cheesecloth-lined colander to remove excess moisture.
  • Use a good quality mayonnaise.
  • Add a little bit of sour cream or yogurt for a tangy flavor.
  • Season the dressing to taste with salt, pepper, and vinegar.
  • Chill the dressing for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  • Serve the dressing with grilled meats, fish, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

German cucumber dressing is a versatile and delicious condiment that can be used to add flavor to a variety of dishes. It is easy to make and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week. So next time you are looking for a new way to dress up your favorite foods, give German cucumber dressing a try. You won't be disappointed!

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