Classic cucumber dill salad is a must make for your next BBQ, potluck, or holiday. Crunchy cucumbers made with a creamy sauce, red onion, and fresh dill. This is a side dish I make on repeat.

 

Creamy cucumber dill salad is a must make, especially in the warm Summer months. A crunchy, creamy salad that is made with just a few simple ingredients but packs a flavor punch. This classic recipe has been made by my family for years.

Be sure to try some of our other favorite summer salads like grape salad, broccoli salad, and chicken pasta salad.

Ingredients needed for creamy cucumber salad

Crisp cucumbers, fresh dill, and red onions, this salad has it all. A wonderful combination of flavor and texture.

• Cucumbers – English cucumbers work well for this salad because they have fewer seeds. You could also use mini cucumbers or Persian cucumbers.
• Onion – I like using red onion for color and taste but you can substitute with a sweet onion.
• Sour cream – Sour cream is the base for this salad. You can use full fat or light sour cream. You could even substitute with plain Greek yogurt if you prefer.
• Vinegar – White vinegar adds a hint of acidity to the salad.
• Dill – Fresh dill is the best for this recipe but if you can’t find fresh dill you can substitute with dried dill.
• Salt
• Ground black pepper
• Sugar – Sugar adds a nice flavor balance to this salad but can be omitted.

How to make cucumber dill salad

• Dressing: In a large bowl, mix together sour cream, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper.

• Cucumbers: Slice the cucumbers and onions. Pour them into the creamy mixture. Toss to coat.

• Serve: Serve immediately or cover and chill in the refrigerator.

Heather’s recipe tips

• Should you peel the cucumber? You can do either. If using English cucumbers, I prefer to leave the peel on for the color and extra crunch. If you don’t like the taste of the peel, feel free to remove.
• Slice thin. Make sure to slice the cucumbers and onion thin. You can even cut the cucumber slices in half if you like a smaller bite. Using a mandolin helps to slice super thin.

What to serve with creamy cucumber dill salad

This is the perfect side dish for a variety of meals. Some of my favorite things to serve this salad with include:

• Grilled chicken
• Salmon
• Pork
• Hamburgers
• BBQ

Variations and substitutions

Cucumbers: Use any cucumbers you have on hand. Garden cucumbers, English cucumbers, or the wax-coated cucumbers from the grocery store.

Vinegar: You can substitute the white vinegar with red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar.

Sour cream: Sour cream can be substituted with plain Greek yogurt.

Herbs: Try adding in extra fresh herbs like fresh parsley, fresh basil, chives, or green onions.

Seasonings: Turn up the heat by adding in crushed red pepper flakes. You can also add in a pinch of garlic powder, or even Everything Bagel Seasoning.

How to store cucumber salad

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Keep in mind that the cucumbers will start to release water after they are sliced. You can drain any excess water off of the salad and stir in a little extra sour cream before serving again.

Common questions

After trying this creamy cucumber dill salad you are sure to understand why it’s a family favorite.

More cucumber recipes

• Cucumber avocado dip
• Cucumber tomato salad
• Garden salad