Russian Cooked Cucumbers

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 13

Experience the rich culinary flavors of Russia with this savory and hearty dish made with cooked cucumbers and fresh dill

by The Chefin Main

Prep

5 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

106

Sugar

Fat

Russian Cooked Cucumbers are a classic dish in Russian cuisine. They are often served with meat dishes but also pair well with rice and other grains. The combination of buttery onions, fresh dill, and cooked cucumbers is a hearty and flavorful combination that is sure to delight your taste buds. While it is an easy and quick dish to make, the end result is a delicious and satisfying meal that will leave you feeling full and content.

Instructions

1.	Peel cucumbers and cut into 1 inch pieces.
2.	In a skillet, melt margarine over medium-high heat.
3.	Add onions and sauté until transparent.
4.	Add cucumbers, salt, and pepper to taste.
5.	Cover and cook for 20 minutes or until cucumbers are soft.
6.	Stir in dill and cook for another minute.
7.	Serve hot.

PROS

Russian Cooked Cucumbers are a unique and flavorful dish that will add variety to your meal plan.
It is a great way to use cucumbers in a savory way.

CONS

Cooking cucumbers turns their texture from crunchy to soft.
Some people may not like that.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cucumbers are a low-calorie, low-carb vegetable that is rich in nutrients like Vitamin K and C. The combination of cucumbers and dill in this dish is good for digestion and helps reduce inflammation.

	2 medium cucumbers
	2 teaspoons margarine
	1 small onion , peeled and minced
	1 tablespoon fresh dill , finely chopped
	salt and pepper