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Viral Cucumber Salad

Viral Cucumber Salad: Refreshing Flavor for Summer Fun

This Viral Cucumber Salad offers a refreshing and versatile side dish perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 medium English Cucumbers Use firm, unwaxed varieties for best crunch
  • 1/2 medium Red Onion Optional, adds sweetness and color
For the Creamy Dill Dressing
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Full-fat for best taste
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill Substitute with 1 tsp dried dill if needed
  • 2 tablespoons White Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be substituted
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Adds subtle depth
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Fine sea salt preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Balances the acidity from the vinegar

Equipment

  • knife
  • mandoline slicer
  • Medium bowl
  • spatula
  • glass bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash the English cucumbers thoroughly under cold water. Peel them in long strips, then slice them as thin as possible.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together sour cream, fresh dill, white vinegar, salt, sugar, and garlic powder until smooth and creamy.
  3. Pour the creamy dill dressing over the sliced cucumber pieces and gently toss to coat.
  4. Transfer salad to a glass bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  5. Stir gently before serving and enjoy the vibrant salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is best enjoyed within 24 hours for optimal freshness and texture. You can mix in extras like cherry tomatoes or avocado for variations.

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