German Cucumber Salad - Gurkensalat
This fresh and tangy German cucumber salad is a classic staple at any Midwestern potluck. Easy to prepare, it is always a crowd pleaser.
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Resting Time2 hours hrs
Total Time5 minutes mins
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: German
Servings: 8
Calories: 42kcal
- 2 large Cucumbers (peeled & sliced ⅛" thick)
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt (divided)
- ½ cup Sour Cream
- 2 tablespoons White Vinegar
- 2 tablespoons fresh Dill (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon White Sugar
- ¼ teaspoon fresh ground Black Pepper
Using a sharp knife or a mandoline, peel and thinly slice cucumbers. Then sprinkle the sliced cucumbers with ½ teaspoon of Kosher salt, and let them rest in a colander for two hours to drain excess water. (this is optional but recommended)
While cucumber slices are resting prepare the dressing by combining all remaining ingredients in a small bowl, and set in the refrigerator to chill.
After cucumbers have rested, pat dry with paper towel and add to a medium bowl with the dressing. Toss to combine and serve.
Most people thinly slice the cucumbers, however, you can slice them thicker if desired.
Calories: 42kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 303mg | Potassium: 115mg | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 150IU | Vitamin C: 2.4mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 0.2mg