Description
Creamy everything bagel cucumber salad combines cool cucumbers with zesty seasoning for a refreshing side dish. Crunchy vegetables and tangy dressing make this recipe perfect for summer gatherings and quick meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¾ cup (177 ml) full-fat sour cream
- 1 large or 6 small Persian cucumbers, cut into ¼-inch slices (about 5 cups)
- ¼ cup capers, drained and rinsed
- ¼ cup chopped fresh dill
- 4 scallions, ends trimmed and thinly sliced
- ½ medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsps everything bagel seasoning, divided, plus more for garnish
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Dressing Creation: Whisk sour cream, lemon juice, everything bagel seasoning, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl until smooth and well-integrated, creating a tangy and robust flavor base.
- Vegetable Preparation: Uniformly slice cucumbers into thin rounds, finely chop scallions and onions, and roughly tear fresh dill fronds, combining these ingredients in a large mixing bowl with capers and an additional sprinkle of everything bagel seasoning.
- Salad Assembly: Gently pour the prepared dressing over the vegetable mixture, using a folding technique to ensure even coating without bruising the delicate ingredients, guaranteeing each element is harmoniously blended.
- Serving and Storage: Immediately transfer the salad to a serving dish, ensuring optimal texture and freshness. Consume within a few hours of preparation or refrigerate for up to two days, maintaining its crisp and vibrant character.
Notes
- Slice Cucumbers Thinly: Use a sharp knife or mandoline to create uniform, delicate rounds that absorb dressing perfectly and provide a crisp texture.
- Drain Excess Moisture: Pat cucumber slices with paper towels to remove water, preventing a watery, diluted salad that loses its creamy consistency.
- Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate for 30 minutes to let flavors meld and enhance the overall taste profile, creating a more cohesive and refreshing dish.
- Storage Tips: Consume within 24 hours for optimal crunch and flavor, as cucumbers release water over time, potentially compromising the salad’s texture.
- Prep Time: 15min
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg