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Creamy Dill Cucumber Salad with Tangy Red Onion

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A refreshing, creamy, and tangy cucumber salad featuring fresh dill and softened red onions soaked in vinegar. Perfect as a light side dish for summer cookouts or weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium cucumbers (English or Kirby, unpeeled unless preferred)
  • 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • 3/4 cup (180 ml) full-fat sour cream (or Greek yogurt for lighter option)
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon sugar or honey
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Thinly slice the red onion and place in a small bowl. Pour over 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar and let soak for 10 minutes. Drain but keep a little vinegar if desired.
  2. Wash and dry cucumbers. Slice thinly about 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick. If cucumbers are very juicy, sprinkle with salt, toss, and let sit in a colander for 10 minutes, then pat dry.
  3. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, minced garlic, sugar or honey, chopped dill, salt, and pepper. Add a splash of reserved vinegar for extra tang if desired.
  4. Add drained cucumbers and soaked red onions to the dressing. Toss gently until evenly coated. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to chill and let flavors meld. Drain any excess liquid before serving.

Notes

Salting and draining cucumbers before mixing prevents watery salad. Soaking red onions in vinegar mellows sharpness. Chill salad for at least 30 minutes or longer for best flavor. Adjust vinegar and lemon juice gradually to avoid overpowering tang. Use fresh dill for best flavor; if using dried, halve the amount and add early.

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