Mizeria (Classic Polish Cucumber Salad)
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Vegetarisch Glutenfrei Polish

Mizeria (Classic Polish Cucumber Salad)

A classic Polish cucumber salad of crisp, lightly salted cucumbers folded with tangy sour cream, dill, and a touch of vinegar. Serve it chilled as a refreshing counterpoint to roast meats, potatoes, or hearty grains.

25 min 4 Portionen Medium
Alle Rezepte

Zubereitung

1
Place the sliced cucumbers in a colander, sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of the salt, and leave over a bowl for 15 minutes. The slices should release visible moisture while remaining firm.
2
Meanwhile, whisk the cold sour cream, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until smooth. Keep the dressing chilled while the cucumbers drain.
3
Rinse the cucumbers briefly under cold water, then press and pat them dry with a clean towel. In a small saucepan, bring the vinegar to a gentle simmer for 30 seconds, then remove it from the heat and let it cool. This removes excess cucumber salt while briefly mellowing the vinegar.
Salted cucumber slices being drained and dried before dressing KI-generiertes Bild
4
Transfer the cucumbers to a serving bowl, pour over the sour cream dressing and cooled vinegar, and fold in the chopped dill. Mix gently until every slice is coated without bruising the cucumbers.
5
Cover and chill for at least 20 minutes, then taste and adjust the acidity or salt if needed. Serve cold, with a little extra dill scattered over the top.
Finished mizeria cucumber salad with sour cream and fresh dill KI-generiertes Bild

Warum dieses Rezept gelingt

Salting draws excess water from the cucumbers, allowing the sour cream dressing to cling instead of becoming diluted. Vinegar brightens the rich dairy base, while dill supplies the unmistakably fresh Polish character.

Aufbewahren und Aufwärmen

So bewahrst du es auf

Refrigerate in a covered container for up to 24 hours. The cucumbers will soften and release some liquid over time; stir before serving.

So wärmst du es auf

Do not reheat. Serve cold or briefly bring to cool room temperature before serving.

Nährwerte / Portion

113kcal
2,27 gEiweiß
7,83 gKohlenhydrate
8,30 gFett
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Veröffentlicht 20 Aug. 2026 · aktualisiert 20 Aug. 2026