Creamy Cucumber Salad

A refreshing no-cook cucumber salad featuring thinly sliced English or Persian cucumbers, red onion, fresh dill, and optional parsley tossed in a creamy sour cream or Greek yogurt dressing with mayonnaise, lemon, Dijon mustard, honey, and garlic powder. Perfect for summer barbecues, picnics, and family dinners.

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Course: No-Cook Recipe, Salad, Side Dish, Summer Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: BBQ Cucumber Salad, Creamy Cucumber Salad, Creamy Lemon Dill Salad, Cucumber Dill Salad, Cucumber Red Onion Salad, Cucumber Salad with Sour Cream, Easy Creamy Cucumber Salad, Greek Yogurt Cucumber Salad, Homemade Cucumber Dressing, No Cook Cucumber Salad, Refreshing Cucumber Salad, Summer Cucumber Side Dish

Calories: 145kcal

Equipment

Sharp kitchen knife
cutting board
Mandoline slicer, optional
Large mixing bowl
Small mixing bowl for dressing
whisk
Measuring cups and spoons
Salad tongs or large spoon
Colander, optional
Paper towels or clean kitchen towel
Plastic wrap or bowl lid
Refrigerator
Serving Bowl
Airtight refrigerator storage container

Ingredients

2 English cucumbers or 4 Persian cucumbers, thinly sliced
0.5 small red onion, thinly sliced
2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped, optional
0.5 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
0.25 cup mayonnaise
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp honey
0.5 tsp garlic powder
0.25 tsp ground black pepper
0.25 tsp salt, or to taste

Instructions

Wash and thinly slice 2 English cucumbers or 4 Persian cucumbers into even rounds.
Thinly slice 1/2 small red onion. Finely chop 2 tablespoons fresh dill and optional 1 tablespoon fresh parsley.
Place the cucumber slices, red onion, dill, and optional parsley in a large mixing bowl.
In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon lemon juice or apple cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon honey, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, and approximately 1/4 teaspoon salt or to taste until smooth.
Pour the creamy dressing over the cucumber mixture.
Toss gently until all cucumber and onion slices receive an even coating of dressing.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for approximately 20 to 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
Stir gently before serving, adjust seasoning if necessary, and serve chilled.

Notes

Prep time: 10 minutes. Cook time: 0 minutes. Chill time: 20 to 30 minutes. Total time: approximately 30 to 40 minutes. Servings: 4 to 6; nutrition estimates assume 6 servings. Use 2 English cucumbers or 4 Persian cucumbers, 1/2 small red onion, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, and optional 1 tablespoon chopped parsley. For the dressing, whisk 1/2 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice or apple cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon honey, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, and approximately 1/4 teaspoon salt or to taste. Combine sliced cucumbers, onion, dill, and optional parsley in a large bowl. Add dressing and gently toss until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for 20 to 30 minutes. Stir gently before serving and adjust seasoning if necessary. For very watery cucumbers, optionally sprinkle with a little salt, rest in a colander for 10 minutes, drain, and pat dry. Reduce dressing salt accordingly if using this optional technique. English and Persian cucumbers have tender skins and small seeds, making them convenient for this salad. Use thick plain Greek yogurt for a tangier dressing, or apple cider vinegar instead of lemon juice for a slightly sharper flavor. For the best make-ahead texture, store vegetables and dressing separately and combine shortly before serving. Refrigerate leftovers promptly in an airtight container at 40°F (4°C) or colder and enjoy within approximately 2 days for best quality. Some dressing thinning is normal as cucumbers release moisture during storage. Avoid freezing. Nutrition estimates are approximate per serving and depend on cucumber size, sour cream or yogurt brand, mayonnaise, optional herbs, and portion size.

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