Polish Cucumber Salad

A classic Polish side dish that balances crisp cucumbers with a silky, tangy sour cream dressing. This authentic mizeria is easy to make and pairs perfectly with grilled meats or heavy roasts.

Course Side

Cuisine Polish

Diet Gluten Free

Keyword barbeque side dishes, bbq sides, cucumbers, picnic sides, polish cucumber salad, summer salads

Prep Time 15

Total Time 1 15

Servings

Calories 111kcal

Author Erin Dooner

Ingredients

600 grams seedless English cucumbers this was about 3 medium but they vary so widely so please weigh it
1 1/2 teaspoons salt plus another 1/4 teaspoon, if needed
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper plus more for garnish
3/4 cup sour cream
4 teaspoons apple cider vinegar or white vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh or frozen dill finely chopped, plus more for garnish
1/2 teaspoon sugar

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Instructions

Cut the cucumbers into super thin slices. If you have a mandolin, that's handy to make them all the same size.
Place in a medium bowl and coat them in 1 1/2 teaspoons salt.
Place the bowl in the fridge for 1 hour.
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the 1/4 teaspoon pepper, sour cream, 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon vinegar, dill and sugar. Taste and add more vinegar and salt, if desired.
When the hour's up, remove the cucumber bowl from the fridge, drain the liquid, and then use a tea towel to squeeze out the remaining liquid.
Add the sour cream mixture to the cucumbers and stir until totally combined. Top with fresh dill and a little more freshly ground black pepper.
The salad should be cold already but if it's not, chill for at least 20 minutes. This also lets the cucumbers "marinade" in the dressing. This salad is best enjoyed the day of making. Keep in mind that it will continue to release liquid as it sits, so give it a quick stir before serving. If you are making this ahead for a party, I recommend keeping the squeezed cucumbers and the dressing in separate containers. Mix them together about 20 minutes before you’re ready to eat to keep everything as crisp as possible.

Notes

The nutrition information provided is calculated as a courtesy and is only an estimate. I am not a licensed nutritionist or dietitian. For the most accurate nutritional data, consult a professional or use your preferred calculator.

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