Best 8 Creamy Dilled Cucumber Salad Recipes

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In the realm of refreshing and flavorful side dishes, creamy dilled cucumber salad stands out as a culinary delight. This classic salad combines crisp cucumbers, creamy dressing, and the aromatic freshness of dill, resulting in a dish that is both light and satisfying. The tangy dressing, made with sour cream, mayonnaise, vinegar, and a hint of sugar, perfectly complements the cool crunch of the cucumbers, while the dill adds a vibrant herbal note that elevates the salad to a new level of flavor. Accompanying this main recipe are variations that offer a range of taste experiences. For those who prefer a vegan option, there's a dairy-free dressing made with cashew cream, while the Greek yogurt dressing adds a tangy twist to the classic recipe. If you're looking for a spicy kick, try the Sriracha dressing, which brings a touch of heat to the salad. And for those who love the classic flavors of dill, there's a recipe for a simple dilled dressing that showcases the herb's unique taste. No matter your preference, you're sure to find a creamy dilled cucumber salad recipe in this collection that will tantalize your taste buds and become a staple in your culinary repertoire.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

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

DILL CUCUMBER SALAD



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Wonderful summer time salad but does not have to be so sweet to be so good. You do not have to marinate it overnight. Two hours is good.

Provided by Karen V.

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup white vinegar
½ cup white sugar
½ cup water
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
2 teaspoons salt
2 cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced
⅓ cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Bring vinegar, sugar, water, dill, and salt to a boil in a saucepan until sugar is dissolved. Pour mixture over cucumbers in a large bowl; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until chilled, about 2 hours.
  • Drain and discard vinegar mixture and stir sour cream into cucumbers. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151.4 calories, Carbohydrate 28.4 g, Cholesterol 8.4 mg, Fat 4.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 1176.4 mg, Sugar 25 g

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 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 DILLED CUCUMBER SALAD



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Tangy yogurt and lemon make this cucumber salad with dill and mint completely refreshing.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup plain yogurt
1 small clove garlic, finely grated
Finely grated zest and juice of 1 lemon
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 small cucumbers, such as Kirby, chopped
1 shallot, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
1/4 cup fresh dill, coarsely chopped, plus more, for serving
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, coarsely chopped, plus more, for serving

Steps:

  • Stir together the yogurt, garlic, lemon zest and juice, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a medium bowl until combined. Add the cucumbers, shallot, dill and mint; stir until the cucumbers are well coated. Serve sprinkled with dill and mint.

CREAMY CUCUMBER SALAD WITH DILL



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A delicious creamy cucmber salad made with sliced cucumbers, salad dressing, sugar, 5% white vinegar, dried dill weed, salt, and onion. It's also a family favorite!

Provided by Cindi M Bauer

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 medium cucumbers, peeled & sliced thin
1 cup salad dressing
1/4 cup sugar
4 teaspoons 5% white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion

Steps:

  • In a bowl mix together, the salad dressing, sugar, vinegar, dill, salt, and onion.
  • Add the sliced cucumbers.
  • Cover, and chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours, or more.

FRESH CREAMY DILL CUCUMBER SALAD



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This cool fresh salad is perfect for summer! This is one of my own recipes from my blog: www.pickypalate.blogspot.com

Provided by Picky Palate

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 6 cucumber salad, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 medium cucumbers, cut in half and sliced
5 ounces plain Greek yogurt
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup fresh dill weed, finely chopped
1 pinch salt
1 pinch pepper
1 pinch garlic salt
squeeze lemon juice

Steps:

  • 1. Place cucumbers into a large bowl. Combine yogurt, sour cream, dill, salt, pepper, garlic salt and lemon juice into a bowl until combined. Pour over cucumbers and stir to coat. Serve or refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 37.4, Fat 2.2, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 4.2, Sodium 35.5, Carbohydrate 4.4, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 1.7, Protein 1.1

CREAMY DILL CUCUMBERS



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"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

1 cup fat-free milk
1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix
2 tablespoons dill weed
1/8 teaspoon celery seed
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 large cucumbers, peeled and sliced
2/3 cup sliced red onion, separated into rings

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

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh cucumbers that are firm and crisp.
  • To make the salad ahead of time, prepare it up to 24 hours in advance and store it in the refrigerator. Before serving, bring it to room temperature for about 30 minutes.
  • If you don't have fresh dill, you can use 1/2 teaspoon of dried dill.
  • To make the salad more creamy, add 1/4 cup of mayonnaise or sour cream.
  • For a tangy twist, add 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice.
  • Serve the salad as a side dish with grilled fish or chicken, or as a light lunch or snack.

Conclusion:

This creamy dilled cucumber salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time, making it a great option for busy cooks. With its creamy texture, tangy flavor, and crunchy cucumbers, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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