German Cucumber Salad (Gurkensalat)

German Cucumber Salad (Gurkensalat)

🟡 Medium

Ingredients

  • 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 tbsp white wine vinegar
  • 3 tbsp sour cream or crème fraîche
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. 1
    Thinly slice the cucumbers and red onion using a sharp knife or mandoline.
  2. 2
    In a large bowl, whisk together vinegar, sour cream, sugar, salt, and pepper.
  3. 3
    Add the vegetable oil to the dressing and whisk until emulsified.
  4. 4
    Fold in the cucumber and onion slices, coating well with the dressing.
  5. 5
    Gently stir in the fresh dill.
  6. 6
    Let the salad rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
  7. 7
    Serve chilled as a light lunch accompaniment.
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