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Dad’s Creamy Cucumber Salad

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The best salads always have a bit of everything, and this Dad’s Creamy Cucumber Salad is no exception.

With chunks of fresh cucumber, tomatoes, and red onion, it’s perfect for a summer picnic. Your family will love it.

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creamy cucumber and onion salad, creamy cucumber salad mayo, creamed cucumbers and onions

This is a creamy style of cucumber salad that many of us grew up with. This is a refreshing salad, loaded with the flavor of cucumber, tomato, and onions.

creamy cucumber and onion salad, creamy cucumber salad mayo, creamed cucumbers and onions

It is super easy to make and one salad that I would believe each family has a different version or style of.

creamy cucumber and onion salad, creamy cucumber salad mayo, creamed cucumbers and onions

The salad is so creamy and delicious, with the perfect crunch from the cucumbers. But there’s a secret to making Dad’s Creamy Cucumber Salad recipe just right.

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Why is this Cucumber Salad so good?

This is a light salad, very refreshing and creamy. Loaded with cucumber, tomato, and onions. This salad brings back memories for me.

creamy cucumber and onion salad, creamy cucumber salad mayo, creamed cucumbers and onions

Should the dressing be creamy style or a vinaigrette?

That choice is up to you! I love both versions, so for me, there is no right or wrong. The creamy style adds a slight punch or tang to the cucumber salad.

Can I substitute for the mayonnaise?

You could certainly eliminate the mayo. You can substitute a Greek Yogurt or a creamy dressing such as Ranch. This would still be a delightful addition to any table.

How many carbs are in a Cucumber salad?

This is a healthy summer-style salad that is naturally low in calories and low in carbs.

How should the cucumber be cut for this salad?

This salad is usually made with sliced cucumbers. I have made it myself with chunks of cucumber and it makes absolutely no difference in how the cucumber is done.

Which type of cucumber is best for this salad?

Fresh cucumbers right out of the garden are what I tell everyone! If you have an English cucumber that is great, if not the ordinary cucumber will still taste just as good.

creamy cucumber and onion salad, creamy cucumber salad mayo, creamed cucumbers and onions

Ingredients:

  • Cucumbers
  • Onion
  • Sea salt
  • Mayonnaise
  • Vinegar
  • White sugar
  • Dried dill weed
  • Garlic powder
  • Ground black pepper
creamy cucumber and onion salad ingredients

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How to make Dad’s Creamy Cucumber Salad:

Step 1. Mix cucumbers, sweet onion, and sea salt together in a bowl. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and let sit for 30 minutes.

Mix cucumbers, sweet onion, and sea salt together in a bowl. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and let sit for 30 minutes.

Step 2. Turn cucumber mixture into a colander set over a bowl or in a sink; let drain, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid has drained, about 30 minutes more. Transfer the drained cucumber mixture to a large bowl.

Turn cucumber mixture into a colander set over a bowl or in a sink; let drain, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid has drained, about 30 minutes more. Transfer the drained cucumber mixture to a large bowl.

Step 3. Add mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, dill, garlic powder, and black pepper together in a bowl.

Add mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, dill, garlic powder, and black pepper together in a bowl

Whisk until smooth.

Whisk until smooth.

Step 4. Pour over the cucumber mixture and stir to coat the vegetables with the dressing.

Pour over the cucumber mixture and stir to coat the vegetables with the dressing.

Step 5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

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Dad’s Creamy Cucumber Salad

Cook Time: 30 minutes
Additional Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 6
This creamy cucumber and onion salad is the perfect side dish for a summer barbecue. The cool, refreshing cucumbers pair perfectly with the sweetness of onions, and the creamy dressing ties it all together. The best part about this salad is that it's so easy to make. Just throw everything in a bowl and you're done!
4.37 from 19 votes

Ingredients 

  • 2 large cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 1 sweet onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon of sea salt
  • 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise, or more to taste
  • 2 tablespoons vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill weed
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

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Instructions

  • Mix cucumbers, sweet onion, and sea salt together in a bowl. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and let sit for 30 minutes.
  • Turn cucumber mixture into a colander set over a bowl or in a sink; let drain, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid has drained, about 30 minutes more. Transfer the drained cucumber mixture to a large bowl.
  • Stir mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, dill, garlic powder, and black pepper together in a bowl with a whisk until smooth; pour over the cucumber mixture and stir to coat vegetables with the dressing.
  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Notes

Source: Allrecipes

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 42g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 25g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 1590mg | Potassium: 229mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 121IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 1mg
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Are there variations?

There can be variations for any recipe you look at. This one is no different, you could add in tomatoes that have been quartered. You could use red onion.

How do I store this Creamy Cucumber Salad?

Whether you make this in advance or you have some leftovers from dinner, you can put it into an airtight container and then into the refrigerator. It will last for up to 4 days. This cucumber salad can be frozen…in part. If you plan to freeze it, do so before you add the mayo or creamy dressing to the salad.

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