Cucumber Dill Salad (Mizeria)
A classic Polish salad of thinly sliced cucumbers dressed with sour cream, fresh dill, and a splash of lemon juice — cool, creamy, and ready in minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 medium English cucumbers, very thinly sliced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup full-fat sour cream
- 2 tsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1/4 tsp white pepper
Instructions
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1
Place 2 medium very thinly sliced English cucumbers in a colander and sprinkle with 1 tsp salt. Toss to coat and let stand 10 minutes to draw out moisture. Pat dry with paper towels.
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2
In a large bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup full-fat sour cream, 2 tsp fresh lemon juice, 1/2 tsp granulated sugar, and 1/4 tsp white pepper until smooth.
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3
Add the drained cucumbers and 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh dill to the bowl. Toss gently to coat evenly.
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4
Taste and adjust salt or lemon juice as needed. Serve immediately or refrigerate up to 2 hours before serving.