German-style cucumber salad recipe

Known as gurkensalat in Germany, this salad is sharp and tangy and makes for a welcome addition to any barbecue platter. Great alongside fish or meat, or if you're feeling particularly traditional, plate up alongside a Schnitzel for an authentic German dish.
See method- Serves 4
- 30 mins to prepare
- 86 calories / serving
- Gluten-free
- Vegetarian
- Healthy
Ingredients
- 1 cucumber
- ½ tsp fine salt
- 150ml soured cream
- 1 large (or 2 small) garlic clove, finely grated (optional)
- 1½ tsp white wine vinegar
- ⅛ tsp sugar
- 10g fresh dill, finely chopped
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Shop ingredientsEach serving contains
- Energy
- 355kJ 86.0kcal
- Fat
- 8g
- Saturates
- 4g
- Salt
- 0.5g
- Sugars
- 3g
of the Reference intake
Carbohydrate 2.7gProtein 1.9gFibre 0.6g
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Method
- Very finely slice the cucumber into even rounds and put in a sieve over a bowl. Add the salt and massage into the cucumber, then set aside for at least 20 mins.
- Working in batches, squeeze the cucumbers firmly but gently to remove excess water, then transfer to a small bowl. Stir through the remaining ingredients. Chill until ready to serve (up to 24 hrs).
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