German Deli Cucumber Salad (Gurkensalat)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2
German Deli Cucumber Salad (Gurkensalat) recipe for a healthy snack or side dish
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Prep

15 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

1 hr 15 min

Level

Very easy

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Ingredients

1 big cucumber
salt
1/2 garlic clove
1 small chopped onion
2 2 tablespoons parsley ( use a combination ) or 2 tablespoons borage ( use a combination )
2 teaspoons vinegar
salt
sugar
pepper
2 tablespoons salad oil
1/2 cup sour cream or 1/2 cup plain yogurt

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
3-4
Calories
80
Sugar
6g
Fat
6g
German Deli Cucumber Salad or Gurkensalat in German is a simple yet healthy salad recipe that can be eaten as a snack or side dish. Gurkensalat translates to 'cucumber salad' and it is a common salad in Germany. The salad is made of thinly sliced cucumber that is chilled and mixed with a creamy dressing made of sour cream/plain yogurt and spiced with a combination of garlic, onion, borage and parsley. The salad is a refreshing and healthy take on a traditional salad, promoting good digestion and immune-boosting properties.

Instructions

1.Peel the cucumber and slice it as thin as possible.
2.Add salt to the sliced cucumber and let it rest for 5 minutes.
3.Mince garlic and toss it with the chopped onion.
4.In a bowl, mix the minced garlic, chopped onion, chopped parsley/borage and vinegar. Season the mix with salt, sugar and pepper to taste.
5.Add the salad oil and sour cream/plain yogurt to the mix. Mix well.
6.Squeeze out any excess fluid from the salted cucumber and mix it with the mixture. Chill the salad for an hour or two before serving.

PROS

This refreshing salad is a perfect light option for a healthy snack or as a side dish for your meal.
It is low calorie, fat-free and high in water content.

The ingredients used promote digestion and boost immunity and metabolism.

CONS

This salad does not keep well, it is advised to eat this on the same day it is prepared.

People who are not fond of the sour flavor profile might not enjoy this salad.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cucumbers contain antioxidants, vitamins and minerals that promote hydration, weight loss and healthy digestion. Garlic and onion help to boost immunity and metabolism while parsley/borage provides anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidative properties.

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