Nani's Classic Creamy Cucumber Salad

Name: Nani's Classic Creamy Cucumber Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced; 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup sour cream; 2 tablespoons white vinegar; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 teaspoon fresh dill, chopped; Salt and black pepper to taste

A refreshing and crunchy salad that brings back all those nostalgic summer memories.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 American· July 20, 2026

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Prep

15 minutes

Cook

0 minutes

Total

45 minutes

Serves

There is something so special about a cool cucumber salad on a hot day. This dish is a favorite in my kitchen because it uses simple, crisp ingredients that everyone already loves. It is the perfect side for any barbecue or picnic.

My biggest tip is to slice your cucumbers as thin as you can manage. If they are too thick, they will not soak up that lovely creamy dressing as well. I also like to let it sit in the fridge for a bit before serving to let the flavors marry.

🧺 Ingredients

2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon fresh dill, chopped
Salt and black pepper to taste

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Place your sliced cucumbers and red onions in a large mixing bowl.
2
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, vinegar, sugar, and fresh dill until smooth.
3
Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture.
4
Toss everything gently until the vegetables are well coated.
5
Season with salt and pepper according to your taste.
6
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving so the flavors can develop.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days. If you prefer a lighter dressing, you can swap the sour cream for plain Greek yogurt.

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