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German Cucumber Yogurt Salad

Revitalize Your Meals with German Cucumber Yogurt Salad

Enjoy a delicious German Cucumber Yogurt Salad that's refreshing, quick to prepare, and a perfect side for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: German
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 600 g small cucumbers thinly sliced
  • 0.5 onion optional, thinly sliced
  • 1 clove garlic grated
  • sea salt & black pepper to taste
For the Creamy Dressing
  • 180 g dairy-free yogurt or sour cream can substitute with plant-based yogurt
  • 0.5 tbsp sugar or Erythritol for sweetness
  • 1.5 tbsp vinegar or more to taste
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill chopped

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • medium bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the thinly sliced cucumbers with sea salt. Allow to rest for about 20 minutes.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix dairy-free yogurt or sour cream with grated garlic, sugar or Erythritol, vinegar, chopped dill, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
  3. Drain the cucumbers and gently squeeze out any excess moisture. Mix them into the creamy dressing until well coated.
  4. If using, thinly slice half an onion and fold it into the salad for added flavor.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is versatile; consider adding radishes or using different vinegars for unique flavors.

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