Polish Cucumber Salad (Mizeria)
Traditional Polish cucumber salad Mizeria is light and refreshing, making it a perfect salad for summer days. The combination of crunchy cucumbers, creamy sour cream dressing, and fresh dill creates a perfect contrast of textures and flavors.
Equipment
- 1 large bowl
- 1 small bowl
- 1 measuring cup
- measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 4 medium or small cucumbers, rinsed
- 2 green onions
- 1 bunch fresh dill
- ½ cup sour cream, full-fat
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice or white vinegar
- ½ teaspoon (optional) sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt, divided
- (optional) black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Slice the cucumbers thinly. Peel if the skin looks waxy. Place them in a colander or a large bowl. Sprinkle with about ¼ teaspoon of salt and let them sit for about 10-15 minutes to draw out the excess moisture. Pat them dry with a clean towel.
- In small bowl, add ½ cup sour cream, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, ½ teaspoon sugar, chopped dill and green onions. Stir to combine.
- In a salad bowl, add sliced cucumbers and the dressing. Toss the salad until well coated.Enjoy right away to refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
Crispy cucumbers - sprinkle sliced cucumbers with salt and let them sit for about 15 minutes to draw the excess moisture.
Serving - this salad is a great side dish for grilled chicken, sea food or any other main course.
All nutrition facts are only estimate and should be used for information purposes only.
Nutrition
Calories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 5.8gProtein: 1.9gFat: 5.2gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 24.9mgSodium: 324mgPotassium: 65.2mgFiber: 1.1gSugar: 4.6g
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