**Explore the Refreshing Delight of Norwegian Dilled Cucumber Salad: A Culinary Journey into Scandinavian Simplicity**
In the realm of summer salads, the Norwegian Dilled Cucumber Salad stands out as a testament to the culinary prowess of Scandinavian cuisine. This refreshing and vibrant salad, known locally as "Agurksalat," is a staple in Norwegian households and a delightful addition to any summer gathering. With its symphony of crisp cucumbers, the aromatic embrace of fresh dill, and the tangy kiss of vinegar, this salad embodies the essence of simplicity and flavor. Join us on a culinary journey as we delve into the secrets of this classic Norwegian salad, exploring variations that add a twist to the traditional recipe. From the classic Agurksalat to its variations with yogurt, sour cream, and even smoked salmon, each recipe promises a unique and tantalizing taste experience. Let's embark on this refreshing adventure and discover the magic of Norwegian Dilled Cucumber Salad.
CREAMY DILLED CUCUMBER SALAD
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
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 DILLED CUCUMBER SALAD
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
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.
CUCUMBER SALAD
This side is from Mabel's BBQ, located in Cleveland and Las Vegas.
Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk to combine the sour cream, vinegar and dill. Add the cucumber and red onion, season with salt and pepper and toss to combine.
- Serve immediately or cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 1 week.
DILL CUCUMBER SALAD
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
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
CUCUMBER DILL SALAD
This crisp and tangy salad from our Test Kitchen hits the spot on warm afternoons and evenings. Sprinkling the cucumbers with salt and letting them sit draws out excess water so they stay nice and crisp.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 3 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place cucumber slices in a colander over a plate; sprinkle with salt and toss. Let stand for 15 minutes, stirring once. Rinse and drain well., In a large bowl, combine the vinegar, dill, sugar and pepper. Add cucumbers and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts :
NORWEGIAN CUCUMBER SALAD (AGURKSALAT)
My DBIL was born in Norway. He will only eat Cucumber Salad that is made the Norwegian way which has with sugar added. It sort of gives it a sweet/sour flavor and is very good! I've eaten it many times at my sister's home. Posted for ZWT 2010. Cooking time is refrigeration time.
Provided by CarrolJ
Categories Norwegian
Time 1h15m
Yield 1 quart, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Slice the cucumber thin with a sharp knife.
- Mix the dressing ingredients well and pour over cucumber slices in serving bowl.
- Refrigerate for at least an hour.
- Sprinkle with the parsley and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 63, Fat 0.1, Sodium 296, Carbohydrate 14.3, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 12.4, Protein 0.5
NORWEGIAN DILLED CUCUMBER SALAD
This wonderful Taste of Home recipe is quick, easy and surprisingly tasty. Versions of this salad are found all across the colder parts of Europe in one form or another. I prefer the sour cream version over the mayonnaise version.
Provided by Member 610488
Categories Norwegian
Time 20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
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 then stir in cucumbers. Refrigerate, covered, at least 1 hour.
BEST-EVER CUCUMBER DILL SALAD
Just experimenting one day and came up with a yummy, fresh twist on an old recipe.
Provided by Margie
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Cucumber Salad Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place cucumber slices in a colander. Generously sprinkle salt over cucumber; let sit until water starts to bead on the slices, about 10 minutes. Drain water from cucumber slices.
- Whisk sour cream, vinegar, yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, sugar, and dill together in a large bowl until dressing is smooth. Mix cucumber, onion, and celery into dressing until evenly coated; season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 75.4 calories, Carbohydrate 5.1 g, Cholesterol 6.6 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 42.3 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
SWEET AND SOUR DILLED CUCUMBER SALAD
This salad couldn't be easier. Simply slice the peeled cucumber as finely as you can and macerate it in sugar, vinegar, salt and chopped dill. This makes quite a lot of liquid as it sits in the refrigerator, but it's meant to.
Provided by Nigella Lawson
Categories salads and dressings, side dish
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Peel and finely slice cucumbers into wafer-thin circles. Place in a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together sugar, vinegar and salt. Pour over cucumbers, and turn them well to mix. Add dill, mix again and adjust salt to taste. Spread in a shallow serving dish. Cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate until chilled, up to 4 hours.
CUCUMBER DILL SALAD
Provided by Alison Attenborough
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Add vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper to a jar with a lid and shake well to mix. Add onion; let pickle for 30 minutes.
- Stir together cucumber and dill in a bowl; drain excess water. Toss salad with dressing and onions just before serving.
Tips:
- Use a mandoline or sharp knife to thinly slice the cucumbers for even cooking and a crisp texture.
- Add a pinch of sugar to the vinegar mixture to balance out the acidity and enhance the flavor of the cucumbers.
- For a more pronounced flavor, use fresh dill instead of dried dill.
- Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve the salad as a side dish with grilled or fried fish, chicken, or pork, or as a refreshing snack.
Conclusion:
Norwegian Dilled Cucumber Salad is a simple but flavorful dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. The combination of crisp cucumbers, tangy vinegar, and fresh dill creates a refreshing and delicious salad that is sure to please everyone. Whether you are looking for a light side dish or a healthy snack, this salad is a great option. So next time you have a craving for something crunchy and refreshing, give this Norwegian Dilled Cucumber Salad a try!
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