Creamy Cucumber Salad with Mayonnaise
Creamy cucumber salad with mayonnaise is a refreshing and delightful side dish perfect for summer picnics and barbecues. Crisp cucumbers are enveloped in a creamy, tangy dressing that combines mayonnaise, sour cream, and fresh herbs. This easy-to-make salad is not only visually appealing but also pairs wonderfully with grilled meats or can be enjoyed as a light snack. Whip it up in no time and watch your family and friends come back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups sliced cucumbers (approximately 2 medium cucumbers)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill (or 1 tablespoon dried dill)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and peel the cucumbers if desired. Slice them thinly (about 1/4 inch thick) using a knife or mandoline.
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, dill, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Add sliced cucumbers to the dressing and gently fold until coated.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Stir before serving in a dish or individual bowls; garnish with extra dill if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg