German Cucumber Salad

German Cucumber Salad

from recipesaver.com
530 min
8 servings

There always seems to come a point in the middle of summer when the heat is a-blazin' and unbearable, and not a single warm dish sounds appetizing. When that time rolls around, it's mandatory to have a recipe on hand that is cool, refreshing, and, as an added bonus, nourishing. German Cucumber Salad checks all those boxes and then some! Crunchy cucumbers and sweet onions swim in a rejuvenating, creamy, and sweet German-inspired dressing. The part that will make your ears perk up—this delightful, flavorful salad is chilled and eaten cold! German Cucumber Salad is here to ensure you stay as cool as a cucumber this season!

Ingredients

  • 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 onion, optional, thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon paprika

Directions

  1. 1

    On a platter, spread the cucumbers and onions.

  2. 2

    Season the veggies with salt and let rest for 30 minutes.

  3. 3

    Squeeze the excess moisture from the cucumbers away from the platter.

  4. 4

    In a large bowl, stir the sour cream, sugar, vinegar, dill, and parsley together.

  5. 5

    Fold the veggie mixture into the sour cream mixture.

  6. 6

    Refrigerate the salad for at least 8 hours and up to overnight.

  7. 7

    Garnish with paprika and serve.