Best 4 How To Make Creamy Cucumber Salad Recipes

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With its cool, crisp texture and refreshing flavor, creamy cucumber salad is a delightful dish that adds a touch of summer to any meal. Whether you're looking for a light and refreshing side dish for a picnic or barbecue, or a simple and flavorful salad to enjoy as a snack or light lunch, creamy cucumber salad is a versatile and delicious option. With just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of preparation, you can have a delicious and satisfying salad that is sure to become a favorite.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CREAMY CUCUMBER SALAD RECIPE



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This easy Creamy Cucumber Salad combines crisp cucumbers and sweet red onions with fresh sour cream, lemon, and dill sauce that will have you begging for more.

Provided by Natasha Kravchuk

Categories     Easy

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 lbs cucumbers (2 english cucumbers or 7-10 small ones)
1/2 medium purple or yellow onion (thinly sliced)
1 Tbsp fresh or frozen dill (chopped)
3/4 cup sour cream (reduced fat is ok)
1/2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice (from 1/2 small lemon)
1 large or 2 small garlic cloves (pressed)
1/2 tsp sea salt and pinch black pepper (or to taste)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine 3/4 cup sour cream, 1/2 Tbsp lemon juice, 2 pressed garlic cloves, 1 Tbsp dill, 1/2 tsp salt or to taste and a pinch of pepper. Stir and set aside while prepping salad.
  • Slice cucumbers into thin rounds or half rounds if using large cucumbers. Place in a large mixing bowl. Add thinly sliced onion. Just before serving stir sauce into the salad and mix to coat cucumbers. After adding sauce, the salad will stay fresh for about 2-3 hours if refrigerated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 58 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 217 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

DAD'S CREAMY CUCUMBER SALAD



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This was my Dad's recipe and one of our family's all-time summer favorites.

Provided by MHudson

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 3h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced
1 sweet onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon sea salt
1 ½ cups mayonnaise, or more to taste
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 teaspoon dried dill weed
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Mix cucumbers, sweet onion, and sea salt together in a bowl. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and let sit for 30 minutes.
  • Turn cucumber mixture into a colander set over a bowl or in a sink; let drain, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid has drained, about 30 minutes more. Transfer drained cucumber mixture to a large bowl.
  • Stir mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, dill, garlic powder, and black pepper together in a bowl with a whisk until smooth; pour over the cucumber mixture and stir to coat vegetables with the dressing.
  • Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320.3 calories, Carbohydrate 6.9 g, Cholesterol 15.7 mg, Fat 32.9 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 896.9 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

CREAMY CUCUMBER SALAD



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Fresh dill and sour cream turn the summer staple into something cool, creamy and refreshing. Try this classic Midwestern salad with black bread and smoked salmon, or as a simple side for chicken or fish.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cucumbers (about 2 1/2 pounds), peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
1 small sweet onion, thinly sliced into rings
Kosher salt
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
2 tablespoons white vinegar
Freshly cracked black pepper

Steps:

  • Put a large colander in a large bowl. Add the cucumbers and onions to the colander, sprinkle with 1 tablespoon salt and toss until the salt is evenly distributed. Let stand at room temperature for at least 1 hour and up to 2 hours.
  • Transfer the cucumbers and onions from the colander to a paper towel-lined baking sheet and pat them dry with another layer of paper towels.
  • Whisk together the sour cream, dill, vinegar and a few cracks of black pepper in a medium bowl. Add the cucumbers and onions and toss until coated.
  • To make ahead: Salt and pat dry the cucumbers and onions as above, then keep separate from the dressing until ready to serve.

CUCUMBER SALAD WITH SOUR CREAM



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I serve this refreshing and simple salad year-round because it perks up everyday meals. I think what makes it so special is the addition of dill.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dill weed
4 medium cucumbers, sliced

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine sour cream, sugar, vinegar, salt and dill. Add cucumbers; toss to coat. Chill for at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 46 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 242mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips:

  • For the creamiest salad, use full-fat sour cream and mayonnaise.
  • If you don't have fresh dill, you can substitute dried dill. Use about 1/4 teaspoon dried dill for every tablespoon of fresh dill.
  • If you want a sweeter salad, add a tablespoon or two of sugar or honey.
  • For a more tangy salad, add a tablespoon or two of vinegar.
  • If you want a spicier salad, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
  • Serve the salad chilled for the best flavor.

Conclusion:

This creamy cucumber salad is a refreshing and delicious side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it creamy, tangy, or spicy, this salad is sure to please everyone at your table.

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