Dad’s Creamy Cucumber Salad
Handed down from my dad, this cucumber salad recipe instantly brings back memories of backyard barbecues, garden harvests, and lazy evenings on the porch. Cool, crisp cucumbers and sweet onions are paired with a tangy, herbed dressing that’s been a staple at our family gatherings for as long as I can remember. It’s easy to make, refreshingly light, and always a hit!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Additional Time: 2 hrs
Total Time: 2 hrs 10 mins
Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 sweet onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon sea salt
Dressing:
- 1 ½ cups mayonnaise, or more to taste
- 2 tablespoons vinegar
- 1 tablespoon white sugar
- 1 teaspoon dried dill weed
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
Directions
- Mix cucumbers, onion, and salt in a bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let sit for 15 to 30 minutes.
- Turn the cucumber mixture into a colander set over a bowl or in a sink. Let drain, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid and salt have drained, 15 to 30 minutes. Transfer the drained cucumber mixture to a large bowl.
- Whisk mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, dill, garlic powder, and pepper for dressing together in a bowl until smooth. Pour over cucumber mixture and stir until coated.
- Pour over cucumber mixture and stir until coated.