Description
Cool Russian cucumber salad blends tangy sour cream with crisp vegetables and fresh dill. Refreshing summer sides like this bring simple Mediterranean happiness to garden gatherings and picnic tables.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 large cucumber
- ¼ red onion
Dairy and Seasoning:
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) sour cream
- ½ teaspoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
Liquid Ingredient:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) lemon juice
Instructions
- Create a tangy dressing by whisking together sour cream, freshly squeezed lemon juice, granulated sugar, finely chopped fresh dill, and a pinch of kosher salt in a medium mixing bowl until smooth and well-blended.
- Prepare the vegetables by carefully peeling the cucumbers (optional) and slicing them into thin, uniform rounds approximately 1/8 inch (3 millimeters) thick.
- Thinly slice the red onions into delicate, translucent half-moons that will complement the cucumber’s crisp texture.
- Gently fold the cucumber and red onion slices into the prepared creamy dressing, ensuring each vegetable piece is evenly coated with the herb-infused mixture.
- Allow the salad to rest at room temperature for 5-10 minutes, which will help the flavors meld and the vegetables slightly marinate in the dressing.
- Give the salad a final gentle stir just before serving to redistribute the dressing and ensure maximum flavor integration.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature as a refreshing side dish that pairs wonderfully with grilled meats or as a light summer accompaniment.
Notes
- Cool down quickly by chilling the salad in the refrigerator for enhanced flavor melding and crisp texture.
- Use fresh dill for the most vibrant and aromatic taste that elevates the entire dish.
- Select firm, seedless cucumbers like English or Persian varieties for the best crunch and minimal watering.
- Adjust sweetness by gradually adding sugar, tasting as you go to balance the tangy and creamy profile.
- Prepare the salad just before serving to maintain the crisp vegetable texture and prevent sogginess.
- Optional: Sprinkle fresh cracked black pepper or add chopped fresh herbs like chives for extra depth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 75 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg