Description
Cucumber Everything Bagel Salad is the ultimate refreshing summer salad—cool cucumbers and tangy sour cream dressing tossed with savory everything bagel seasoning. Creamy, crunchy, and packed with flavor, it’s the kind of easy side dish that disappears first at cookouts, BBQs, and picnics.
Ingredients
2 English cucumbers, thinly sliced (peeled/deseeded if desired)
1 tsp salt, plus more to taste
½ cup sour cream
3 tbsp everything bagel seasoning
2 tsp white vinegar
½ tsp black pepper, plus more to taste
½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
Instructions
Place cucumbers in a colander, sprinkle with 1 tsp salt, toss, and let rest 30–60 minutes to release excess water.
Rinse and pat cucumbers dry (or press gently to remove liquid).
In a bowl, whisk together sour cream, everything bagel seasoning, vinegar, and black pepper.
Add cucumbers and onion; toss until coated.
Adjust seasoning to taste, then chill at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Salting/draining the cucumbers keeps the salad creamy, not watery.
Greek yogurt can replace sour cream for a lighter twist.
Boost with extras like cherry tomatoes, avocado, or feta for a heartier version.
For homemade seasoning, combine sesame seeds, dried garlic, dried onion, poppy seeds, and salt.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes active (+30 minutes draining + chilling)
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad, Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American