Chive Cucumber Salad

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
4%
Chive Cucumber Salad
10 min.
4
77kcal

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This Chive Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and healthy side dish that's perfect for any occasion. With just a handful of simple ingredients, it comes together in minutes and is a great way to use up those garden-fresh cucumbers. The sour cream adds a nice tang and creaminess to the crisp cucumbers, while the chives and spring onions bring a delicate onion flavor to the dish. It's a gluten-free and vegetarian-friendly option that's sure to be a crowd-pleaser. This salad is also a nutritional powerhouse, packed with vitamins and minerals like vitamin K, vitamin C, and potassium. The cucumbers provide a good amount of fiber, and the healthy fats in the sour cream promote satiety and heart health. This dish is a great way to boost your daily nutrient intake while enjoying a delicious and easy-to-make salad. It's perfect as a side for grilled meats or as part of a larger spread. The longer it sits, the more the flavors develop, so it's also a great make-ahead option. Whether you're looking for a quick and healthy side dish or a tasty way to use up your garden harvest, this Chive Cucumber Salad is a must-try. It's a simple yet flavorful dish that's both delicious and nutritious, making it a great addition to any meal.

Ingredients

  • tablespoons chives minced
  • large cucumber peeled thinly sliced
  • 0.3 teaspoon garlic powder 
  • tablespoon spring onion chopped
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup cream sour
  • tablespoon water 
  • tablespoons vinegar white

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. In a bowl, combine cucumbers and sour cream. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Stir in remaining ingredients just before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories77kcal
Protein8.54%
Fat67.16%
Carbs24.3%

Properties

Glycemic Index
44.75
Glycemic Load
0.36
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
4.5926086384317%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.15mg
Kaempferol
0.25mg
Quercetin
0.27mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:77.1kcal
3.85%
Fat:5.82g
8.96%
Saturated Fat:2.93g
18.29%
Carbohydrates:4.74g
1.58%
Net Carbohydrates:3.63g
1.32%
Sugar:3g
3.33%
Cholesterol:16.96mg
5.65%
Sodium:157.84mg
6.86%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Protein:1.67g
3.33%
Vitamin K:18.51µg
17.63%
Vitamin A:393.15IU
7.86%
Vitamin C:6.33mg
7.67%
Potassium:240.4mg
6.87%
Manganese:0.13mg
6.54%
Folate:24.75µg
6.19%
Copper:0.11mg
5.62%
Phosphorus:54.31mg
5.43%
Magnesium:21.29mg
5.32%
Calcium:52.9mg
5.29%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.14%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.52%
Vitamin B5:0.44mg
4.43%
Fiber:1.11g
4.43%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.51%
Zinc:0.36mg
2.39%
Iron:0.41mg
2.26%
Selenium:1.32µg
1.89%
Vitamin E:0.17mg
1.11%
Vitamin B12:0.06µg
1.01%