German Cucumber Salad
Also called Gurkensalat, this version of this recipe is simple, easy, and delicious!
Servings: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 2-4 medium cucumbers about 8 cups cucumbers
- 1 large white onion thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons salt
- 2 teaspoons vinegar
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream or sour cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill chopped fine
Instructions
- Slice cucumbers thin and place in a large bowl. (We use a mandoline.)
- Slice onion and place in the bowl with the cucumber.
- Sprinkle salt over top. Let sit for 2 hours, or until there is a large amount of liquid in the bowl, almost covering the cucumbers.
- Drain cucumbers and onion and rinse with cold water. (Taste test here. You can always rinse again if it seems too salty.)
- Add heavy cream, vinegar, and fresh dill and stir well.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.