Creamy Cucumber Dill Salad

Why This Is Strictly Keto

Sour cream, olive oil, and fresh dill form a naturally low-carb dressing with no cornstarch or sugar needed to thicken it. Cucumbers and red onion are both low in net carbs, making this a refreshing keto side that skips the sugary vinegar dressings found in traditional cucumber salads. No sugar, no thickeners.

Ingredients

• ½ cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon sea salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 24 oz cucumbers, thinly sliced (about 6 cups, or 12 mini cucumbers)
• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced (about 1 cup)

Instructions

1. Make the dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together the sour cream, dill, olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic powder. Season with sea salt and black pepper to taste.

2. Combine: Add the sliced cucumbers and red onion to the dressing and toss until everything is evenly coated.

3. Chill (optional): Serve right away, or refrigerate for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld further.

Nutritional Info (per serving, approximate)

Tips

• Slice the cucumbers thin and even, either by hand or with a mandoline, so the dressing coats every piece.
• If the salad releases extra liquid after sitting, give it a quick stir before serving.
• Swap in Greek yogurt for the sour cream for a tangier, slightly higher-protein version.