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Creamy Dill Cucumber Salad Recipe Easy Homemade with Shallots and White Wine Vinegar

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A refreshing and creamy cucumber salad featuring fresh dill, shallots, and a tangy white wine vinegar dressing. Perfect as a light side dish for summer meals.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large English cucumbers, thinly sliced (seedless varieties preferred)
  • 1 medium shallot, thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
  • ½ cup sour cream (full-fat preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 small clove garlic, minced (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon salt (kosher salt recommended)
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon honey or sugar (optional, to balance acidity)

Instructions

  1. Wash and peel cucumbers if desired. Slice thinly about 1/8-inch thick (3 mm). Use a mandoline if available for uniform slices.
  2. Place cucumber slices in a colander, sprinkle with ½ teaspoon salt, toss gently, and let sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
  3. After 10 minutes, gently squeeze cucumbers or wrap in a clean kitchen towel to absorb liquid. They should be moist but not dripping.
  4. Peel and thinly slice the shallot. If flavor is too strong, soak slices in cold water for 5 minutes, then drain.
  5. In a bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, white wine vinegar, minced garlic (if using), honey (optional), and freshly ground black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  6. Add drained cucumber slices, shallots, and chopped dill to the dressing. Toss gently to coat evenly. Add a splash of cold water or extra vinegar if dressing is too thick.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld and cucumbers soften slightly.
  8. Before serving, stir gently and adjust salt and pepper if needed.

Notes

Salting and draining cucumbers prevents watery salad. Soaking shallots in cold water mellows their sharpness. Use white wine vinegar for subtle fruitiness. Chill salad for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor. Can substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt or use vegan alternatives for dairy-free version.

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Keywords: cucumber salad, creamy cucumber salad, dill cucumber salad, summer salad, easy side dish, shallots, white wine vinegar, fresh dill

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