Gurkensalat (Cucumber Salad)

Ingredients

• 2 large cucumbers
• 1 small sweet onion, chopped (reserve 2 tablespoons for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 garlic clove, pressed (optional)
• 3/4 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh dill or parsley

Directions

1. 1

   Peel cucumbers (if waxed) and cut into very thin slices.

2. 2

   Mix together vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper and pour over cucumbers and onions (reserving 2 tablespoons).

3. 3

   Marinate about 20 minutes.

4. 4

   Mix dill or parsley with sour cream.

5. 5

   Add sour cream to cucumber mixture and toss.

6. 6

   Top with chopped onion, sprig of fresh dill or parsley and serve.