How to Make Enchanting Freshness: German Cucumber Salad

Hello dear readers! I'm here with a recipe that will become a summer staple. German Cucumber Salad, or Gurkensalat, is both easy and incredibly delicious. Fresh cucumbers combined with yogurt or sour cream offer a light and refreshing taste. It will be a perfect companion at your barbecue parties or alongside your oven roasts. Come on, head to the kitchen and let's make this wonderful salad together!

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Enchanting Freshness: German Cucumber Salad
Prep
10 min
Servings
4 Servings
Difficulty
Medium
Enchanting Freshness: German Cucumber Salad Ingredients 8items
  • 6 small cucumbers (thinly sliced)
  • 1/2 onion (thinly sliced, optional)
  • 1 large clove of garlic (grated)
  • Sea salt and black pepper (to taste)
  • 3/4 cup plain yogurt (or sour cream)
  • 1/2 tablespoon sugar (or Erythritol)
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons vinegar (or more to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill (chopped)
How to Make Enchanting Freshness: German Cucumber Salad 4steps
1

Let's start by adding the sliced cucumbers to a large bowl and gently seasoning with salt. Let them sit for 20 minutes, then lightly squeeze to remove excess moisture and discard the liquid.

2

Now things get exciting! In a medium bowl, add yogurt or sour cream, garlic, sugar, vinegar, dill, salt, and black pepper. Mix well. Don't forget to taste the sauce and adjust it to your liking.

3

Pour the sauce over the cucumbers. You can also add sliced onions if you like. Now mix and ensure all ingredients are well combined.

4

Let your salad sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. Trust me, the flavor will improve as it sits. Enjoy!

Enchanting Freshness: German Cucumber Salad Cooking Tips

Letting the cucumbers sit with salt after slicing helps remove excess moisture, making the salad crunchier. Using fresh dill enhances the flavor, so don't skip it!

Nutrition Facts

/serving
70
kcal
3.0g
Protein
10.0g
Carbs
2.0g
Fat

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Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories in Enchanting Freshness: German Cucumber Salad?
One serving of Enchanting Freshness: German Cucumber Salad comes to about 70 calories, so it fits easily into a normal day. Protein: 3.0g. Carbohydrates: 10.0g. Fat: 2.0g.
How long does it take to make Enchanting Freshness: German Cucumber Salad?
Start to finish, 10 min is enough. Prep: 10 min. Serves 4.
What ingredients do I need for Enchanting Freshness: German Cucumber Salad?
You need 8 ingredients, and most are probably already in your kitchen. Here they are: 6 small cucumbers (thinly sliced), 1/2 onion (thinly sliced, optional), 1 large clove of garlic (grated), Sea salt and black pepper (to taste), 3/4 cup plain yogurt (or sour cream), 1/2 tablespoon sugar (or Erythritol), 1 1/2 tablespoons vinegar (or more to taste), 1 tablespoon fresh dill (chopped).
What diets is Enchanting Freshness: German Cucumber Salad suitable for?
Yes — Enchanting Freshness: German Cucumber Salad works for these diets: Vegetarian, Lactose Free.
How to make Enchanting Freshness: German Cucumber Salad?
It comes together in 4 steps, each one spelled out below. Difficulty level: Medium.

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Mert M.

3 weeks ago

Dün akşam denedim, herkes bayıldı! Salatalığın ferahlığına yoğurdun kremamsılığı çok yakışmış. 😍

Özge Ö.

3 weeks ago

Bu tarifteki dereotunu biraz fazla buldum, ama yine de güzel bir tat katıyor.

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Pınar H.

3 weeks ago

Ben şeker yerine bir tatlı kaşığı bal ekledim, çok yakıştı. Tavsiye ederim!

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Derya G.

3 weeks ago

Yoğurt yerine süzme yoğurt kullansam daha kıvamlı olur mu? Deneyen var mı?

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Burcu Y.

3 weeks ago

Çok basit ve lezzetli bir tarif! Özellikle sıcak yaz günlerinde harika oluyor.

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Zeynep Ç.

3 weeks ago

Malzemeler çok güzel ama biraz daha limon eklesem nasıl olur acaba?

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Serkan B.

3 weeks ago

Salatada kullanılan şeker miktarı bana göre fazla geldi, şeker miktarını azaltarak deneyeceğim.