Norwegian Dilled Cucumber Salad

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 0
Refreshing Norwegian Dilled Cucumber Salad Recipe
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Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cucumbers , thinly sliced
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups sour cream
1/4 cup red onion , thinly sliced
1/4 cup fresh dill , rough chopped
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 garlic cloves , minced
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
254
Sugar
6g
Fat
24g
Norwegian Dilled Cucumber Salad is a classic Scandinavian dish that has become popular worldwide. Cucumbers are thinly sliced, salted, and mixed with a creamy dressing made from sour cream or yogurt, red onion, garlic, and fresh dill. This salad is often served as a side dish or a light lunch in Norway and is a staple at family gatherings and holidays. The addition of fresh dill gives the salad a fragrant and slightly tangy flavor that pairs perfectly with the cool, crisp cucumbers.

Instructions

1.Place the cucumber slices in a colander and sprinkle with salt. Toss to evenly distribute the salt. Let stand for 30 minutes to draw out moisture.
2.In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, red onion, dill, vinegar, garlic, sugar, and black pepper.
3.Rinse the cucumber slices under cold running water and pat dry with paper towels.
4.In a large bowl, pour the sour cream mixture over the cucumbers. Toss to coat evenly.
5.Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
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PROS

Norwegian Dilled Cucumber Salad is a refreshing, tangy, and creamy salad that is perfect for summer picnics and barbecues.
It is easy to make and is a great way to use up cucumbers from your garden or local farmer’s market.

This salad is vegetarian and gluten-free, making it a great choice for those with dietary restrictions.

CONS

This salad is high in calories and fat, mostly due to the sour cream.
If you are looking to make it a bit healthier, you can use plain yogurt instead of sour cream to lower the calorie and fat content.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although this salad is not very healthy, cucumber is a low-calorie vegetable that is high in water and nutrients. It contains antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties. The dill in this recipe also has many health benefits, including aiding in digestion, reducing bad cholesterol, and improving bone health.

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