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    Hungry Healthy Happy » Recipes » Side Dishes

    Cucumber Dill Salad (Mizeria)

    Published: Sep 10, 2020 · Modified: Apr 27, 2023 by Dannii · This post may contain affiliate links · 24 Comments

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    Diet: Gluten Free / Low Carb / Vegetarian
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    If you're looking for a light and healthy side dish to accompany your meals - this Cucumber Dill Salad is it. A great way to use up lots of cucumbers if you are growing them and this will be a staple at BBQs and picnics this summer. Ready in just 2 minutes and only 70 calories a portion.

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    Cucumbers might not taste of much by themselves, but this cucumber based dish is full of flavour with the creamy sour cream and fresh dill dressing. An easy to put together side dish that tastes far more indulgent than it is. This cucumber salad will see you all through summer.

    Looking for more cucumber recipes? Take a look at our simple Cucumber and Radish Salad, our delicious Asian Cucumber Salad or, for a great curry side dish, our Cucumber Raita.

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    • Why you will love it
    • Ingredients needed
    • How to make Cucumber Dill Salad - Step by step
    • Mizeria (Polish cucumber salad)
    • Variations
    • What to serve it with
    • FAQs
    • Extra tips
    • More salad recipes
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    Why you will love it

    • Low in calories - Despite this being a creamy cucumber salad, it only has 70 calories per portion
    • Quick - Ready in less than 5 minutes
    • Versatile - There are SO many ways that you can serve this cucumber salad with dill, but we think it's great with grilled chicken.
    • A good way to use up a glut of cucumbers - If you are growing cucumbers this year, then this is a great way to use them up.

    Ingredients needed

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    • Cucumber - Try to choose thin cucumbers with small seeds (or even a seedless variety).
    • Red onion - You can use white onion if you prefer, or even spring onions (scallions). The red onion adds a nice colour though.
    • Fresh dill - Fresh is always best as dried dill just doesn't have the same taste.
    • Sour cream - This is the traditional ingredient, but if you want to save some calories you can use a low fat or fat free Greek yogurt.
    • Lemon juice - This adds a nice bit of acidity to the dish. You can leave it out if you like or use an apple cider vinegar for a more sour taste.

    A full ingredients list with measurements is in the recipe card below.

    How to make Cucumber Dill Salad - Step by step

    One: Slice the cucumber thinly. Season with salt.

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    Two: Add the rest of the ingredients.

    A bowl of cucumber slices with chopped red onion and a dollop of sour cream.

    Three: Mix until it is completely coated with the sour cream. Refrigerate until serving.

    Sliced cucumber mixed in a bowl with onion, cream and dill.

    Mizeria (Polish cucumber salad)

    This dill cucumber salad recipe is based on Mizeria, a traditional Polish dish. Mizeria is normally made with sour cream, but you can use 0% Greek yogurt to keep it lower in calories.

    Interesting fact: Mizeria is the Polish word for "misery". There is nothing miserable about this fresh, summery dish though, and Polish people do not associate the word with being miserable.

    Slices of cucumber dressed in a creamy sauce with chopped onions and dill.

    Variations

    Traditionally, made with just cucumber, sour cream, lemon juice and dill, this is a lovely, simple side salad. You can, of course, add other ingredients to this cucumber dill salad recipe, if you wish. Thinly sliced spring onions (scallions) or radish are both a good addition, as well as chopped fresh tomatoes. Instead of the dill, use chopped chives, mint or parsley.

    If you want to make this extra creamy, then some feta crumbled on top before serving is delicious. Stilton is also a great addition.

    What to serve it with

    In Poland, this is served with, among other things, pork schnitzel, but it makes a great side dish for many meals. Here are just a few ideas of what to serve Mizeria with:

    • Easy Naan Pizza
    • Chicken Skewers
    • Chicken Kiev
    • Vegetable and Halloumi Kebabs
    • Stuffed Lamb Pita
    • Pork and Apple Burgers
    • Lamb Souvlaki
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    FAQs

    Can I make cucumber salad in advance?

    You can make it in advance and keep it in the fridge, but for the crispest and freshest taste we recommend dressing it just before serving. 

    How to store cucumber salad

    This will keep in the fridge, in an airtight container, for up to 2 days. It is not suitable to freezing, as the liquids will form ice crystals, causing the sour cream to split when defrosted.

    Can you use Greek yogurt in a cucumber salad?

    Yes, if you want to make this a little lighter, then you can swap the sour cream for 0% Greek yoghurt.

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    Extra tips

    • If you want a less sour taste, leave out the lemon juice.
    • Replace the sour cream with yogurt to save some calories.
    • Dress the cucumber just before serving to maintain its crispness.
    • You can peel the cucumber if you prefer, but we love the peel.
    • For a little extra flavour you can add some finely crushed garlic.

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    If you’ve tried this Polish cucumber salad, then let us know how you got on in the comments below.
    Tag us in your creations on Instagram @hungryhealthyhappy - Use the hashtag #hungryhealthyhappy too.

    Recipe

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    Cucumber Dill Salad (Mizeria)

    By: Dannii
    If you're looking for a light and healthy side dish to accompany your meals - this Cucumber Dill Salad is it. This will be a staple at BBQs and picnics.
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    Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
    Cuisine: Hungarian, Polish
    Prep: 2 minutes mins
    Total: 2 minutes mins
    Servings: 2 people
    Calories: 70kcal
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    Ingredients

    • 1 Cucumber
    • 4 tablespoon Sour cream
    • 2 tablespoon Fresh dill - chopped
    • 1 Garlic clove - crushed
    • 2 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
    • 2 pinch Sea salt
    • 1 pinch Black pepper

    Instructions

    • Slice 1 Cucumber thinly. Season with 2 pinch Sea salt.
    • Put into a bowl and add 4 tablespoon Sour cream, 2 tablespoon Fresh dill, 1 Garlic clove, 2 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar and 1 pinch Black pepper.
    • Mix until the cucumber slices are completely coated with the sour cream mixture. Refrigerate until serving.

    Notes

    • If you want a less sour taste, leave out the lemon juice.
    • Replace the sour cream with yogurt to save some calories.
    • Dress the cucumber just before serving to maintain its crispness.
    • You can peel the cucumber if you prefer, but we love the peel.
    • For a little extra flavour you can add some finely crushed garlic.

    Nutritional Information

    Serving: 1portion | Calories: 70kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 43mg | Potassium: 238mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 288IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 1mg
    DisclaimerThe nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.

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    Comments

    1. Helen

      January 20, 2021 at 10:20 am

      5 stars
      This looks gorgeous. I've only recently discovered 'creamy' cucumber salads and they're delicious. Your recipe looks so easy and tasty - thanks!

      Reply
    2. Soniya

      September 11, 2020 at 5:36 pm

      This looks and sounds perfect for all the cucumber growning in my garden .. can't wait to try it

      Reply
    3. Angela

      September 11, 2020 at 3:49 pm

      5 stars
      You had me at ready in 5 minutes. This salad is delicious with the fresh dill!

      Reply
    4. Alison

      September 11, 2020 at 3:42 pm

      5 stars
      I love the combination of dill and cucumbers! This salad is super easy and big on flavor! The more dill the better!

      Reply
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