Creamy Dill Cucumber Salad
on Jun 17, 2014, Updated May 04, 2021
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Summer. Think freshly mowed grass, the nose of a crisp sauvignon blanc, the crack of a baseball bat, burgers and dogs gently sweating over a hot grill. As I was preparing for this post, doing a little slicing, a little dicing, and a little chopping, it dawned on me that there is yet another item to add to that list of all things summer: Fresh cucumber salad.
Fresh garden cukes were a rite of summer that I grew up with, sort of.
My mom made this salad very often but I opted to stay as far away as possible from cucumbers, unless of course they were in the from of my aunt’s sweet pickles.
I never quite understood the association between the smaller pickles and the vegetable my mom put into her cucumber salad.
Nor would I have ever imagined in my wildest dreams that someday I would love cucumber salad. With just a little thought, it all makes sense to me now. Cucumbers are an indelible part of summer. There’s never been a question in my mind where I stand on summer and anything associated with it; this salad has the season written all over it. Try this simple salad today, get your summer on.
We also found this Swedish Cucumber Salad with Dill and Parsley that you’re sure to love! It’s from Shockingly Delicious!
Creamy Dill Cucumber Salad
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 sprig fresh dill, washed and finely chopped
- 2 green onions, washed and thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1-2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon salt
- fresh ground pepper to taste
- 1 handful cherry tomatoes, halved and seeded (optional)
Instructions
- Place cucumber slices in large colander and toss with salt. Place colander over kitchen sink and allow to drain for 30 to 60 minutes
- In small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sugar, and vinegar, mix well and set aside.
- Place drained cucumber slices in large mixing bowl. Add mayonnaise and vinegar mixture, along with remaining ingredients.
- Gently fold with large wooden spoon.
- Refrigerate for one hour before serving, covered and sealed.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
I have had cucumber salad, but not with dill. thanks for sharing this.. we will need to give it a try once the cucumbers grow!
I do love cucumbers and the salad looks delish!
This looks fresh and delicious! Perfect for summer.
What a refreshing summer lunch that would be. It sounds delicious.
What a stunning salad! So summery, colorful and healthy! I absolutely adore cucumber salad and can’t wait to try yours!
Thanks, Linda. I think you will enjoy this one!
Such a refreshing summer salad!
Thanks Marie, this has become a summer favorite of ours!
The sweet-n-sour, a pop of dill and the cool crisp of cucumbers…this is one dandy of a salad you have here! The only thing better is how simply it comes together.
Brooks, your words nailed this little salad; it’s a favorite of mine for all of these reasons.
This salad looks fantastic! I love dill so much! Wonderful recipe! <3
Thanks Brandi!
One of my favorite summertime combinations is cucumber with fresh dill! This looks incredible!
Thank you, Kecia!
Same here Dan, I now love cucumber salads, can’t make enough of them! Yummy recipe, I like the addition of a touch of mayo in there too. Hope you had a wonderful Father’s Day! Have a great day! xxoo Anna and Liz
Thanks, Ladies, and happy summer to you both!!