Mizeria (Polish Cucumber Salad)

Mizeria is a Polish cucumber salad. I serve it on Christmas Eve.

Preparation Details

Prep Time: 15 mins

Cook Time: Not available

Total Time: 50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 pound small cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced
• salt to taste
• 1 bunch dill, chopped
• 2 ½ tablespoons sour cream
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1 pinch white sugar, or to taste
• ground black pepper to taste

Steps

1. Place cucumbers into a colander and sprinkle generously with salt; let stand until soft, about 5 minutes. Squeeze liquid from cucumbers and transfer to a bowl with dill.
2. Mix sour cream, lemon juice, and sugar together in a bowl; add to cucumbers and toss to coat. Season with pepper. Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.