This delightful cucumber salad strikes the perfect balance between tangy and refreshing. It’s an ideal side dish for warm days or as a light accompaniment to heartier meals. The grated cucumber retains its crisp texture, making each bite satisfying. The dressing clings to the cucumber, ensuring every mouthful bursts with flavor.
Ingredients:
- 1 cucumber
- 2 tsp of salt
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- juice of 1/2 lemon
- 200ml of water
- 1 tbsp sour cream
Method:
Wash, peel, and grate the cucumber. Mix it with all the salt and let it rest for half an hour. In a separate bowl, mix sugar, lemon juice, water, and sour cream. After half an hour, wash the cucumber again and squeeze out excess water. Finally, mix the cucumber with the prepared dressing. You can serve the salad immediately or refrigerate it for up to 3 days. You can add paprika and black pepper as a topping before serving. It makes a perfect side salad. Enjoy!
Q&A
Can I add any other vegetables or herbs for extra flavor?
Certainly! Try mint or dill, or any other green herbs.
Should I chill it before serving?
You don’t have to, but in hot summer days it’s really refreshing if it’s cold.
What dishes or occasions pair well with this salad?
Perfect with grilled meats, weeknight dinners, pizza, or just take it to a picnic.
Other Salad Recipes
Salads are a fantastic addition to our diet, offering versatility beyond what you might expect. Don’t overlook the importance of getting your five-a-day! Here are some delightful salad recipes to explore:
Potato salad with a twist
Roast veg salad
Cabbage salad
Mixed pickled veg
Pasta salad
Sweetcorn salad with mayo
Cucumber Fun Facts
- Cucumbers originated in South Asia around 4,000 years ago. They’ve been enjoyed by humans for millennia.
- Cucumbers are also about 95% water, making them ultra-hydrating.
- These green wonders pack a punch! They contain vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, C, iron, calcium, zinc, magnesium, phosphorus, and potassium.
- There can be a 20° difference between the inside of a cucumber and the outside temperature. No wonder we say “cool as a cucumber.”
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