Gurkensalat! The creamy, crunchy, cucumber salad of Germany!
Just as perfect for an Oktoberfest celebration as it is for a summer picnic, this salad is ready for any occasion.
There’s nothing quite like its refreshing, satisfying flavor and texture; so much so that and you may find yourself making a batch just to have on hand, waiting faithfully in the refrigerator, for the crucial moment that you need a perfect snack. 
Gurkensalat: German Cucumber Salad Recipe
German Gurkensalat (Cucumber Salad)
Servings: 4 Servings
Ingredients
- 2 large english cucumbers, sliced thin
- half a medium red onion, sliced thin
- 1 tsp salt, divided
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper
- 1.5 tbsp sugar
- 3 tbsp white vinegar
- 1 tbsp chopped dill
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp german mustard or dijon mustard
Instructions
- Toss the sliced cucumbers with 1/2 tsp salt in a colander and let drain for 30 mins, stirring occasionally. Rinse the cucumbers, then wrap in a clean dish towel and shake dry.
- Stir together the salt, pepper, sugar, vinegar, dill, sour cream, and mustard, then add cucumbers and onions. Refrigerate for 1 hour or up to overnight before serving to let the flavors mingle.
