Best 8 Creamy Cucumber Onion Salad Recipes

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**Indulge in a burst of refreshing flavors with Creamy Cucumber Onion Salad!**

Cool down on a hot day or complement your next barbecue with this delightful salad that combines the crispiness of cucumbers, the sharpness of onions, and a creamy sauce that ties it all together. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation time, you can have this refreshing side dish on your table in no time. This recipe also includes variations to suit your taste preferences, whether you prefer a tangy or a creamy dressing. So gather your ingredients, grab your cutting board, and let's embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds craving more!

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

DAD'S CREAMY CUCUMBER SALAD



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This was my Dad's recipe and one of our family's all-time summer favorites.

Provided by MHudson

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 3h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced
1 sweet onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon sea salt
1 ½ cups mayonnaise, or more to taste
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 teaspoon dried dill weed
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Mix cucumbers, sweet onion, and sea salt together in a bowl. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and let sit for 30 minutes.
  • Turn cucumber mixture into a colander set over a bowl or in a sink; let drain, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid has drained, about 30 minutes more. Transfer drained cucumber mixture to a large bowl.
  • Stir mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, dill, garlic powder, and black pepper together in a bowl with a whisk until smooth; pour over the cucumber mixture and stir to coat vegetables with the dressing.
  • Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320.3 calories, Carbohydrate 6.9 g, Cholesterol 15.7 mg, Fat 32.9 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 896.9 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

CREAMY CUCUMBER AND ONION SALAD



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Provided by My Farmhouse Table

Categories     Salad     Side Dish

Number Of Ingredients 5

10 cups Cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced
1 Onion, thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups Miracle Whip
1/2 cup Sugar
3 Tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar

Steps:

  • Put the cucumbers in a large container. Cover the cucumbers with salt water (about 1 tsp salt to 1 cup of cold water). Refrigerate for about 2 hours.
  • Drain soaked cucumbers, rinse thoroughly, and place into a large container with sliced onion. In a separate bowl, stir together Miracle Whip, sugar, and apple cider vinegar. Pour dressing over cucumbers and onion. Stir to combine.
  • Refrigerate salad for several hours to overnight. Flavors need time to mingle.

CREAMY CUCUMBER SALAD



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 6h10m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 hothouse cucumbers, thinly sliced (3 to 4 pounds)
2 small red onions, thinly sliced in half rounds
Kosher salt
4 cups (32 ounces) plain whole-milk yogurt
1 cup (8 ounces) sour cream
2 tablespoons champagne vinegar or white wine vinegar
1/2 cup minced fresh dill
1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Mix the cucumbers, red onions, and 1 1/2 tablespoons of salt in a bowl. Pour them into a colander and suspend it over a bowl. Wrap the bowl and colander with plastic wrap, and place in the refrigerator to drain for at least 4 hours or overnight. Discard the liquid that collects in the bowl.
  • Pour the yogurt into a sieve lined with a paper towel and suspend it over another bowl. Wrap the bowl and sieve in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Discard the liquid that collects in the second bowl.
  • When the cucumbers are ready, roll them up in paper towels or a kitchen towel and press the towel lightly to remove most of the liquid. Place the cucumbers and yogurt in a large bowl with the sour cream, vinegar, dill, 2 teaspoons salt, and the pepper. Toss well and refrigerate for a few hours to allow the flavors to blend. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and serve chilled.

CREAMY CUCUMBER & ONION SALAD



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This recipe has been in my family for years. It is the best recipe if you are trying to get rid of all your cucumbers in your garden. Anyone that will try this recipe will become addicted!

Provided by cori 3

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cucumbers
1/2 onion
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon vinegar
milk

Steps:

  • Peel cucumbers and slice.
  • Slice onions.
  • In another bowl combine mayo, sugar, and vinegar. whisk until smooth.
  • Add 2 tablespoons of milk and whisk until smooth. You can add as much milk as you want, it will become less thick, every time you add the milk.
  • This is also good with tomatoes and romaine lettuce for a delicious time of garden salad!

CREAMY DILLED CUCUMBER SALAD



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This creamy cucumber salad, a Norwegian favorite, was a staple at all of our family holidays. -Patty LaNoue Stearns, Traverse City, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 English cucumbers, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups sour cream
1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
1/4 cup snipped fresh dill
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper

Steps:

  • Place cucumbers in a colander over a bowl; sprinkle with salt and toss. Let stand 15 minutes. Squeeze and blot dry with paper towels., In a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; stir in cucumbers. Refrigerate, covered, at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts :

CREAMY ONION SALAD



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Posted this recipe as a request on the message board. I found the recipe in the "Blueberries and Polar Bears" cookbook. The recipe suggests serving this with "beef or Jalaneo Goose, or on top of a beef sandwich the next day!" I guessed on the serving size, because it wasn't given.

Provided by Kim D.

Categories     Vegetable

Time 8h

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 Spanish onions (whatever kind you have on hand)
1/2 cup vinegar
1/2 cup water
3/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1 1/4 cups mayonnaise or 1 1/4 cups similar salad dressing
2 tablespoons celery seeds

Steps:

  • Slice the onions very thin and place them in a plastic or glass dish.
  • Combine the vinegar, water, sugar, and salt.
  • Mix well to dissolve the sugar and salt.
  • Pour over the sliced onions and mix well.
  • Put a plate on top of the onions and set a weight on it.
  • A plastic bottle of oil and vinegar works well.
  • Let the onions sit on the counter all day- overnight is best.
  • Drain the onions (You will wonder where all the liquid came from!).
  • Combine the dressing and celery seed and toss with onions.
  • Put in a serving bowl and serve.

CREAMY CUCUMBER SALAD



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Time 6h10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 large cucumbers, peeled and sliced
2 Tablespoons minced yellow onion
16 ounces sour cream
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 cup white vinegar
2 teaspoons dill weed
1/2 teaspoon sugar
Pinch of pepper

Steps:

  • Place cucumbers and onion in a bowl. In a separate bowl combine sour cream, salt, vinegar, dill weed, sugar and pepper. Mix well. Pour over cucumbers and mix. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 6 hours or longer. Mix well and serve.

SOUR CREAM CUCUMBERS



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We have a tradition at our house to serve this creamy cucumber salad with the other Hungarian specialties my mom learned to make from the women at church. It's especially good during the summer when the cucumbers are freshly picked from the garden. -Pamela Eaton, Monclova, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons white vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
Pepper to taste
4 medium cucumbers, peeled if desired and thinly sliced
1 small sweet onion, thinly sliced and separated into rings

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk sour cream, vinegar, sugar and pepper until blended. Add cucumbers and onion; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, at least 4 hours. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 62 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 5mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, crisp cucumbers and onions.
  • If you don't have sour cream, you can substitute plain yogurt or mayonnaise.
  • Add a pinch of sugar or honey to balance the acidity of the vinegar.
  • For a more flavorful salad, use a variety of vinegars, such as white wine vinegar, apple cider vinegar, or balsamic vinegar.
  • Garnish the salad with fresh herbs, such as dill, parsley, or chives.

Conclusion:

Creamy Cucumber Onion Salad is a refreshing and delicious side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it tangy, sweet, or creamy, this salad is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you are looking for a light and flavorful salad, give Creamy Cucumber Onion Salad a try.

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