Low Fat Cucumber Salad with Sour Cream

Light, creamy, and incredibly refreshing, this Low Fat Cucumber Salad with Sour Cream is a guilt-free side dish perfect for any occasion. Crisp cucumber slices are tossed with a tangy low-fat sour cream dressing, infused with fresh dill, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of garlic for a burst of flavor in every bite. This quick 15-minute recipe is a healthier take on a classic favorite, keeping the calorie count low without compromising taste. Ideal for summer picnics, barbecues, or as a cooling accompaniment to your main course, this salad comes together effortlessly and tastes even better when chilled. With its vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, it’s a refreshing option that’s sure to brighten up your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

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Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

2 medium cucumbers
0.5 cups low-fat sour cream
2 tablespoons fresh dill
1 tablespoon lemon juice
0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon white vinegar

Directions

Step 1

Wash and peel the cucumbers, leaving some skin on for color and texture.

Step 2

Slice the cucumbers thinly using a sharp knife or a mandoline slicer.

Step 3

Place the cucumber slices in a large bowl.

Step 4

In a separate small bowl, mix the low-fat sour cream, fresh dill, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and vinegar until well combined.

Step 5

Pour the sour cream mixture over the cucumber slices.

Step 6

Gently toss the cucumbers to ensure they are evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 7

Adjust seasoning with additional salt or black pepper to taste, if needed.

Step 8

Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish or snack.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(526.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	204.6

Total Fat 6.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 32mg	0%
Sodium 1255.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 23.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.4g	0%
Total Sugars 10.3g
Protein 9.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 270.1mg	0%
Iron 1.6mg	0%
Potassium 944.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.8%

Protein: 19.5%

Carbs: 48.7%