Creamy Cucumber Salad with Dill & Red Onion

Ingredients

  • 3–4 cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp mayonnaise (optional, for extra creaminess)
  • 1–2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • Salt & black pepper, to taste
  • Pinch of garlic powder or paprika (optional)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Prep the veggies
    Slice cucumbers and red onion thinly. Pat cucumbers dry if very watery.
  2. Make the dressing
    In a bowl, mix sour cream (or yogurt), lemon juice, dill, salt, pepper, and optional spices.
  3. Combine
    Toss cucumbers and onion with the dressing until evenly coated.
  4. Chill & serve
    Chill for 10–15 minutes for best flavor. Stir before serving.

⭐ Tips

  • Add a splash of vinegar for extra tang
  • Swap dill for parsley if needed
  • Gets even better after sitting a bit!

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