Gurkensalat (Cucumber Relish Salad)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2

Gurkensalat (Cucumber Relish Salad) - A Refreshing and Simple Salad Recipe

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

2 hours 10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

128

Sugar

14g

Fat

Gurkensalat, or Cucumber Relish Salad in English, is a simple and refreshing salad that is perfect for a summer day. This salad is traditionally a German dish and is often served as a side dish or a topping for burgers or sandwiches. The combination of fresh cucumbers and a simple sour cream dressing makes this salad perfect for a light and healthy meal or snack. With its ease of preparation and fresh and crisp taste, Gurkensalat is a great salad recipe to have in your recipe book.

Instructions

1.	Peel and thinly slice the cucumbers, then place them in a serving bowl.
2.	In a separate bowl, whisk together the sour cream, cider vinegar, salt, pepper, and sugar until combined.
3.	Pour the dressing over the sliced cucumbers, then mix until the cucumbers are coated.
4.	Add the minced parsley and mix in.
5.	Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

PROS

This salad is very refreshing and perfect for a hot day.

It is also very easy to make with simple ingredients that are often readily available in any kitchen.

Cucumbers are known to be a good source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin K, vitamin C, and antioxidants.

CONS

The dressing for this salad is quite high in sugar, which may not be suitable for some diets.

Additionally, some people may not enjoy the texture of raw cucumbers.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cucumbers are a good source of hydration and can help to keep the body hydrated in hot weather.
They are also low in calories and high in water content, making them a great addition to any meal as a low-calorie filler food.
The antioxidants in cucumbers have been linked with reducing inflammation and also helping to prevent chronic diseases such as heart disease and cancer.

	2 medium cucumbers
	1/8 teaspoon pepper
	1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
	1/2 cup sour cream
	1/2 tablespoon cider vinegar
	1 tablespoon fresh parsley , minced
	1/2 teaspoon salt