Creamy cucumber salad
Enjoy the freshness of our creamy cucumber salad. Thinly sliced cucumbers are folded into a cool, herby dressing of sour cream, dill, chives, and vinegar. It is a light and refreshing side dish, perfect for grilled meats and summery mains.
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Ingredients
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Cucumbers
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2 |
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Salt
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1 tsp |
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Dill
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1 pot |
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Fresh chives
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1 pot |
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Sour cream
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300 ml |
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Vinegar
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1 tsp |
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Coarsely ground black pepper
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¼ tsp |
Instructions
Recipe tips
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Cucumbers release more liquid than expected, even after salting. If you skip squeezing them properly, the water slowly mixes into the dressing as the salad sits, leaving it thinner after a few minutes. Take the time to press out the moisture to keep the consistency stable.
Choose a sour cream with a thicker texture for this salad. Cucumbers have a high water content and release moisture once dressed, which will thin out any sauce or dressing over time. A denser sour cream can better withstand this, holding onto the cucumber ribbons and keeping the coating smooth and creamy throughout. A thinner sour cream, on the other hand, loosens quickly and can leave you with a watery, separated dressing by the time the salad reaches the table.
FAQ: Questions about this creamy cucumber salad
Below, we have answered the most common questions about this creamy cucumber salad to help you get the best results.
What type of cucumbers should I use for a creamy cucumber salad?
For a creamy cucumber salad, use firm, fresh cucumbers with a mild flavour and a high water content, such as regular salad cucumbers or English cucumbers. Both varieties have a thin, tender skin that does not need peeling, and their crisp flesh slices easily into thin ribbons, giving the salad a light, delicate texture. Persian cucumbers are a good alternative if salad or English cucumbers are not available. They are slightly smaller but share a similarly mild flavour and crisp bite.
How do I store creamy cucumber salad?
Store creamy cucumber salad in an airtight container in the fridge if you have leftovers. It is best eaten within a few hours, though it will keep for up to 24 hours. Over time, the cucumbers release liquid, which makes the dressing thinner.
What can I serve with my creamy cucumber salad?
Serve your creamy cucumber salad alongside grilled chicken, pork, or beef, where its cool, creamy texture contrasts nicely with the charred flavour. It also works well with roasted vegetables, baked or fried potatoes, or a slice of crusty bread.
Nutritional values per serving
Energy:
145 Kcal
| Energy distribution % | Nutritional values per serving | |
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| Fibre | - | 0.2 g |
| Protein | 10.9 % | 3.9 g |
| Fat | 71.8 % | 11.8 g |
| Carbohydrates | 17.3 % | 6.2 g |
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Make a fresh and creamy cucumber salad
This creamy cucumber salad is everything a good side dish should be. It is fresh and cooling with a luscious smoothness that makes it feel indulgent despite how simple it is to pull together. When the temperature rises, and you want something on the table that feels light and bright, this is the recipe to reach for.
If you want to try more creamy cucumber recipes similar to this one, have a look at our tzatziki and yoghurt and cucumber raita.
Crisp cucumber ribbons with fresh dill and chives
Sliced into thin, delicate ribbons, the cucumbers take on a lovely texture, softening slightly in the middle while keeping a nice crispness at the edges. Their cool, mild flavour is exactly what fresh herbs need to shine, and few herbs suit it better than dill and chives. Dill offers a sweet, fragrant herbiness with a subtle anise note, while a scatter of chives introduces a mild oniony note that contrasts with the richness of the sour cream.
A tangy sour cream dressing with a hint of vinegar
The dressing is kept intentionally simple to let the cucumber and fresh herbs lead the way. By whisking together sour cream with a splash of vinegar and a pinch of black pepper, you create a coating that is thick, silky, and delightfully tangy. The vinegar's acidity balances out the creaminess, keeping the salad light on the palate, while the coarsely ground pepper introduces a hint of pleasant warmth.
A cool side dish for barbecues and grilled meats
Our creamy cucumber salad is wonderfully at home in a wide range of dishes. Spoon it alongside a simple plate of pan-fried chicken or pork and boiled potatoes for a comforting weeknight dinner, or serve it with a spicy beef stew.
The cool, creamy salad is a perfect match for smoky, charred flavours like grilled spareribs, or lamb chops fresh off the coals. Bring it to a barbecue potluck and enjoy it alongside potato salad, grilled peppers, vegetable skewers, and crusty bread or
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New ways to vary the salad
This salad is easy to make your own with a few small tweaks. Replace the sour cream with crème fraiche, Greek yoghurt, or any thick, plain yoghurt for the same tangy, creamy base.
For a bit more crunch and colour, add some extra vegetables to the bowl. Thinly sliced radishes introduce a peppery bite, while red onion slices offer a welcome sharpness. If you want a more pronounced oniony flavour, swap the chives for spring onions.
The dressing is adaptable too. A small drizzle of honey or a pinch of sugar will take the edge off the vinegar with a subtle sweetness, and a spoonful of Dijon mustard introduces a tangy, warming kick. Alternatively, a little lemon juice or lemon zest will brighten the flavour.
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