Polish Cucumber Salad: Mizeria

Mizeria is a traditional Polish cucumber salad that is light, refreshing, and perfect for summer. This simple salad is made with crisp cucumbers, sour cream, and fresh dill, creating a delicious side dish that pairs well with grilled meats or pierogi.

Polish Cucumber Salad: Mizeria

Ingredients

  • 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, sour cream, and fresh dill.
  2. Gently toss the ingredients together until the cucumbers are well coated.
  3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
0 minutes
Total time:
10 minutes
Cooking method
No cooking required

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
80
Carbohydrates
6g
Fat
5g
Protein
2g

Supplies

Large mixing bowl Sharp knife Cutting board

Tools

Refrigerator

Serving suggestions

Serve the mizeria as a side dish with grilled sausages or as a topping for potato pancakes.

Tips & tricks

For a creamier texture, you can use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream in this recipe.

Cost

$5