What are the ingredients of creamy cucumber salad?

The classic version includes English cucumbers, sour cream, white vinegar, dill, garlic powder, salt, sugar (or monkfruit for keto), and optionally, thinly sliced red onion.

What should not be mixed with cucumber salad?

Avoid watery or overly acidic ingredients that can break down the cucumbers quickly—like juicy tomatoes or too much lemon juice—unless you're eating it right away. Also, don’t use low-fat sour cream if you're storing it longer; it tends to separate.

How to keep creamy cucumber salad from getting watery?

Salt and drain your cucumbers before mixing. Let them sit in a colander with salt for 20–30 minutes, then pat dry. This reduces moisture and keeps the dressing thick.

What is the secret ingredient in tasty cucumber salad?

Fresh dill is the real star here—it brings that signature herby flavor. But the quiet hero? A touch of sugar (or monkfruit). It balances the tang and brings out the natural sweetness of the cucumbers.

Creamy Cucumber Salad – Cool, Tangy & Quick to Make

Description

A refreshing and creamy cucumber salad perfect for summer; can be made keto/low-carb by substituting monkfruit for sugar.

Ingredients

Scale

2 English cucumbers

½ cup sour cream

1 tbsp dill

2 tbsp white vinegar

½ tsp salt

¼ tsp garlic powder

1 tsp sugar

½ red onion (optional)

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Instructions

1. Peel cucumbers.

2. Slice cucumbers thinly and place in a large bowl.

3. In a small bowl, mix sour cream, dill, vinegar, salt, sugar, and garlic powder until well combined.

4. Pour dressing over cucumber slices and mix until evenly coated.

5. Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.

6. Serve cold.

Equipment

Salad Spinner

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Notes

Optional ingredient: red onion for added flavor.

Keto/low-carb tip: use monkfruit instead of sugar.

Serving suggestion: Best served cold as a summer side dish.

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

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 90
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 220mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 5g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 15mg