Carol's Creamed Cucumbers
Cool, creamy, and undeniably refreshing, Carol's Creamed Cucumbers are the ultimate side dish for warm weather meals or anytime you crave something light and tangy. This quick and easy recipe combines thinly sliced cucumbers with a velvety sour cream dressing enhanced by a splash of white vinegar, a hint of sweetness from granulated sugar, and the bright, herbaceous kick of fresh dill. A touch of salt and pepper brings balance, while thinly sliced white onion adds a subtle crunch and bite. Ready in just 15 minutes (plus a brief chill for maximum flavor infusion), this no-cook dish is perfect for barbecues, picnics, or as a cooling companion to savory entrees. Serve it as a salad or refreshing accompaniment—Carol's Creamed Cucumbers are a simple yet elegant way to elevate your table.
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Ingredients
- 4 medium (about 1.5 lbs total) cucumbers
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons dill (fresh, chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 medium white onion (thinly sliced)
Directions
Step 1
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly, then peel them partially, leaving some skin in stripes for texture and color contrast.
Step 2
Slice the cucumbers very thinly using a sharp knife or a mandoline slicer. Place them in a large bowl.
Step 3
Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the cucumbers and toss well to combine. Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess water.
Step 4
While the cucumbers sit, whisk together the sour cream, white vinegar, granulated sugar, chopped dill, and black pepper in a medium bowl until smooth and well combined.
Step 5
After 10 minutes, drain the cucumbers in a colander and gently press them with paper towels to remove the excess water.
Step 6
Transfer the drained cucumbers back to the large bowl, along with the thinly sliced onion.
Step 7
Pour the sour cream mixture over the cucumbers and onion, stirring gently until everything is evenly coated.
Step 8
Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if necessary.
Step 9
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (3057.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 974.4 |
| Total Fat 49.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 31.4g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 115mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2573.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 132.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 75.6g | |
| Protein 26.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 767.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4137.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories