Can this salad be made in advance?

Yes, but I would suggest following the instructions above u003cemu003e(in the Cooking And Recipe Tips section) u003c/emu003eto allow the cucumbers and onions to release their liquid before you mix them with the dressing.

I'm making this salad for a party. How long can it sit out for serving?

You shouldn’t leave it out at room temperature for longer than 2 hours. If possible, keep it on ice to keep it fresh longer.

I stored leftover salad to eat later. Why is there liquid at the bottom of the container?

Salted cucumbers will release their liquid while they sit. If you have extra time before serving, follow the instructions above u003cemu003e(in the Cooking And Recipe Tips section) u003c/emu003eto allow the cucumbers to release their liquid.

Creamy Dill Cucumber Onion Salad (With Sour Cream And Mayo)

Name: Creamy Dill Cucumber Onion Salad (With Sour Cream And Mayo)
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 cucumbers, chilled, half-peeled, thinly sliced (~1000 grams); 1 small red onion, sliced (~75-100 grams); ½ cup (120 grams) sour cream; 1 Tablespoon (15 grams) mayonnaise; 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh dill; ¼ teaspoon ground white pepper or black pepper; Flakey sea salt; Chopped fresh dill; Freshly-cracked pepper

Description

This Creamy Dill Cucumber Onion Salad is made with sour cream and mayo and is crisp, light, refreshing, and can be made and served in only 30 minutes! It’s the perfect side dish for weekend cookouts, picnics, or family dinners. Simply combine sliced cucumbers and red onions then toss them with a quick 4-ingredient dressing, chill in the refrigerator, then serve!

Ingredients

4 cucumbers, chilled, half-peeled, thinly sliced (~1000 grams)
1 small red onion, sliced (~75–100 grams)
1/2 cup (120 grams) sour cream
1 Tablespoon (15 grams) mayonnaise
2 Tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper or black pepper
Flakey sea salt

Optional Garnishes (Not Included In Nutrition Info):

Chopped fresh dill
Freshly-cracked pepper

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Instructions

Combine Cucumber And Onion: Combine cucumber and red onion in a large mixing bowl.
Prepare Dressing: In a separate medium bowl, mix together sour cream, mayonnaise, dill, and pepper.
Mix Together Then Refrigerate: Transfer dressing to bowl of cucumber and onion and, using a large spoon, toss to coat cucumbers and onions in dressing. Transfer to refrigerator to chill for at least 15 minutes.
Garnish And Serve: Sprinkle on flakey sea salt and, optionally, additional fresh dill and pepper before serving.

Recipe Notes:

If You Have Extra Time Before Serving: You can give the cucumbers and onions time to release their liquid. Add the sliced cucumbers and onions to a colander and then sprinkle on 1 Tablespoon of salt. Toss the cucumbers around in the colander until the salt is evenly coating the cucumbers. Place the colander on top of a plate and then let them sit at room temperature for 1 hour (or up to 2 hours is fine, too!). After this time, transfer them to a clean plate lined with some paper towel and then, using another piece of paper towel, gently pat them dry to remove any excess moisture. If you plan to eat the salad right after preparing and chilling, you can skip this.

Refrigerator Storage: Store the salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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