Sour Cream Cucumbers

cucumbers in sour cream in a low green bowl.

Published by Kate

This classic side dish is perfect for summer—crisp cucumbers and onions in a creamy dill dressing.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 0

Total Time 10

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings servings

Calories 52 kcal

Ingredients

2 cucumbers, peeled and cut into very thin slices
½ teaspoon salt, divided
½ cup sour cream
2 tablespoons lemon juice
½ teaspoon sugar
Dash of cayenne pepper (optional)
1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
½ cup thinly sliced onion (optional)

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Instructions

Place the sliced cucumbers in a colander and sprinle ¼ teaspoon salt on top. Toss gently. Let sit for 1 hour to let the cucumbers release some water.
In a large bowl, whisk together the sour cream, lemon juice, remaining salt, sugar, cayenne pepper, and fresh dill.
Gently fold in the sliced cucumbers and sliced onions (if using).
Serve right away. The cucumbers may give off some extra water as they sit (that’s normal). Just stir the cucumbers or drain off the extra liquid if that occurs.

Notes

I use a mandoline to slice the cucumbers and onions. I set it to the 1/16 inch setting. A sharp knife works great, too.

Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for 3–4 days. Give the dish a stir before serving again.

Have more cucumbers to use? Don't miss these classic Mini Cucumber Sandwiches!

Nutrition

Calories: 52kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 202mgPotassium: 166mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 197IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 34mgIron: 0.2mg

Keyword creamy cucumbers, sour cream cucumbers

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