Mizeria (Classic Polish Cucumber Salad)
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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 portions Medium
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Comment préparer

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 Image générée par IA
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 Image générée par IA

Pourquoi cette recette fonctionne

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.

Conservation et réchauffage

Comment la conserver

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

Comment la réchauffer

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

Nutrition / portion

113kcal
2,27 gprotéines
7,83 gglucides
8,30 glipides
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Publiée le 20 août 2026 · mise à jour le 20 août 2026