{"id":5829,"date":"2026-06-08T13:47:15","date_gmt":"2026-06-08T13:47:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=5829"},"modified":"2026-06-08T13:47:15","modified_gmt":"2026-06-08T13:47:15","slug":"amish-creamy-cucumber-salad","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/2026\/06\/08\/amish-creamy-cucumber-salad\/","title":{"rendered":"Amish Creamy Cucumber Salad"},"content":{"rendered":"

\u00a0Amish Creamy Cucumber Salad<\/h2>\n

This old-fashioned Amish cucumber salad is the kind of side dish that quietly steals the spotlight at every picnic, barbecue, and family gathering. Crisp cucumbers, smoky bacon, sweet onions, and a rich, creamy dill dressing come together in a refreshing salad that’s impossible to stop eating. One bite and you’ll understand why the recipe was always a closely guarded secret!<\/p>\n

Prep Time:<\/strong> 20 minutes
\nCook Time:<\/strong> 10 minutes
\nTotal Time:<\/strong> 30 minutes
\nServings:<\/strong> 6<\/p>\n

Ingredients<\/h4>\n
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  • 3 large cucumbers, thinly sliced<\/li>\n
  • 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled<\/li>\n
  • \u00bd small sweet onion, thinly sliced<\/li>\n
  • 1 cup sour cream<\/li>\n
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise<\/li>\n
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar<\/li>\n
  • 1 teaspoon sugar<\/li>\n
  • 1 clove garlic, minced<\/li>\n
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped<\/li>\n
  • \u00bd teaspoon salt<\/li>\n
  • \u00bd teaspoon black pepper<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Instructions<\/h4>\n
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    1. Place the sliced cucumbers in a colander and sprinkle lightly with salt. Let them rest for 15 minutes to draw out excess moisture.<\/li>\n
    2. Pat the cucumbers dry with paper towels and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.<\/li>\n
    3. Add the crumbled bacon and thinly sliced sweet onion.<\/li>\n
    4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sour cream, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, garlic, dill, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.<\/li>\n
    5. Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.<\/li>\n
    6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to blend.<\/li>\n
    7. Garnish with extra bacon crumbles and fresh dill just before serving.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Pro Tip<\/h4>\n

      For the best old-fashioned Amish texture, chill the cucumbers before slicing and always salt them first. This keeps the salad crisp, creamy, and refreshingly crunchy instead of watery.<\/p>\n

      Perfect alongside grilled chicken, burgers, barbecue ribs, or any summer picnic spread!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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