**Creamy Cucumbers: A Refreshing Treat for Any Occasion**
Cool, crisp, and refreshing, cucumbers are a summertime staple. But they can be enjoyed all year round when they're transformed into this creamy, flavorful dish. Made with just a few simple ingredients, creamy cucumbers are a versatile side dish that can be served with grilled meats, fish, or poultry. They're also a great addition to salads, sandwiches, and wraps. In this article, you'll find three variations of this classic recipe, so you can find the perfect one to suit your taste.
**Classic Creamy Cucumbers:** This recipe is a simple but delicious way to enjoy cucumbers. With just a few ingredients, you can create a creamy, flavorful dish that's perfect for a quick and easy side dish.
**Creamy Cucumbers with Dill:** For a refreshing twist on the classic recipe, try adding some fresh dill. The dill adds a bright, herbaceous flavor that complements the cucumbers perfectly.
**Creamy Cucumbers with Sour Cream:** This variation is a bit richer and tangier than the classic recipe. The sour cream adds a creamy, tangy flavor that pairs well with the cucumbers.
Whichever variation you choose, you're sure to enjoy this refreshing and flavorful dish. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy side dish, give creamy cucumbers a try.
CREAMY DILL CUCUMBERS
"My grown daughter, Jenna, and I love this quick cucumber salad. It's a great side dish for any meal," writes Lucia Rich from ST. Peters, Missouri. "I always keep cucumbers and red onion on hand to fix it, but it's the dill that makes it special."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the milk, mayonnaise, sour cream, dressing mix, dill, celery seed and pepper. Stir in the cucumbers and onion. Serve with a slotted spoon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 108 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 435mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CREAMY CUCUMBERS
Categories Onion Side Vegetarian Quick & Easy Vinegar Cucumber Summer Sour Cream Gourmet Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Toss cucumber with salt in a colander and let drain 15 minutes.
- Whisk together sour cream, vinegar, sugar, and pepper in a medium bowl until just combined.
- Rinse cucumber under running water, then wrap in a kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture. Add cucumber and onion to sour cream mixture and toss to coat.
SMOKED SALMON WITH CREAMY CUCUMBERS
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Time 15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Thinly slice the cucumber on a mandoline and place in a colander over a bowl. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and allow the cucumbers to sit for 5 minutes. Squeeze out the excess water and place the cucumbers in a clean medium bowl. Add the sour cream, dill and 1/4 teaspoon salt and stir with a rubber spatula to combine.
- Lay the smoked salmon on one half of a platter lightly, so there is movement to the plate, leaving open the other half of the platter. Pile the cucumber mixture on a quarter of the platter or spoon into a bowl that fits on the platter. Serve the toasted pumpernickel bread on the other quarter of the platter.
CREAMY CUCUMBERS OVERS MASHED POTATOES
This cucumber dish is a favorite among my husband's family. I learned to make this as a new bride back in the late 70's, and whenever we have an abundance of cucumbers in our garden. My mother-in-law would eyeball the recipe, as I did too, but today I decided to post the exact amount of ingredients I used to make this recipe. For...
Provided by Cindi M Bauer
Categories Other Side Dishes
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Peel and (thinly slice) each cucumber into a colander. And between each layer of cucumber, peeled and sliced, sprinkle with a bit of salt over each. (I normally set my colander inside a larger bowl, to allow the liquid from the cucumbers, to drain into the larger bowl.)
- 2. Let cucumbers sit in the colander for 1-3 hours. Then transfer the cucumbers into another bowl. (Discard the remaining liquid that has drained into the larger bowl.)
- 3. Now add the cream and vinegar to the cucumbers, and gently stir the cucumbers.
- 4. Add the salt and pepper, and once again, gently stir the cucumbers.
- 5. Cover the cucumbers, and place the bowl in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- 6. Serve the creamy cucumbers over the 'hot' mashed potatoes. (For each serving: Just place desired amount of mashed potatoes onto your plate, and top with desired amount of the creamy cucumbers.)
- 7. Note: Before I top my potatoes with the cucumbers and cream, I first top my taters with a bit of butter, and let it melt into the potatoes just a bit. I just enjoy mine served this way!
CREAMY BUTTERED CUCUMBERS
A delicious mix of cream, onions, and cucumbers to warm the soul. Great with chicken! Substitute sweet heavy cream or plain yogurt for sour cream if you'd like.
Provided by MOLLE888
Categories Side Dish Vegetables
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cut cucumbers in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Cut into 3/4 inch chunks. If the chunks aren't firm, place them in a colander and sprinkle with salt. Let drain 20 minutes (if they are firm you may omit this step).
- Place butter in a medium to large skillet over medium heat. When it melts, add the onion and cook 5 minutes. Stir in the cucumbers and cook another 5 minutes. Sprinkle with black pepper to taste.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in sour cream and plenty of dill. Stir and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 134.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6.1 g, Cholesterol 27.9 mg, Fat 12 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 1803.8 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
CREAMY DILL CUCUMBERS
This cucumber salad is quite delish! I usually serve it immediately after preparing it, but you could refrigerate it for 30 minutes before serving it.
Provided by Cindi M Bauer
Categories Salads
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. In a large bowl mix together, the mayonnaise, sour cream, ranch dressing mix, dill weed, celery seed, plus the 1/4 teaspoon and 1/8 teaspoon of black pepper.
- 2. Add the sliced cucumbers and onion, and gently stir to mix everything together.
- 3. Serve salad immediately.
- 4. Note: I have made this salad twice, once using chopped white onion, and thinly sliced green onion. The second time I made this salad, I added 4 tablespoons of finely chopped red onion, in place of the white and green onion, and that tasted great in the salad too! Also, when I added the sliced cucumbers, they were cucumbers I had in the refrigerator, which help the salad to stay cool.
CREAMY CUCUMBERS WITH MIRACLE WHIP RECIPE - (2.6/5)
Provided by jubies09
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Mix sour cream, miracle whip, sugar, salt and vinegar and pour over cucumbers and onions.
Tips:
- For a creamy cucumber salad with a zesty kick, add a tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice.
- To make a vegan version of this salad, substitute vegan mayonnaise or sour cream for the regular versions.
- For a lighter salad, use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise.
- To add a pop of color and flavor, add some chopped fresh herbs, such as dill, chives, or parsley.
- If you want a sweeter salad, add a teaspoon of sugar or honey.
- For a more savory salad, add a teaspoon of garlic powder or onion powder.
Conclusion:
Creamy cucumber salad is a refreshing and delicious 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 savory, there is a creamy cucumber salad recipe out there for you. Experiment with different variations and find your favorite way to enjoy this classic summer dish.
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