French Cucumber Salad with Crème fraiche (Concombre à la Crème)
Looking for a refreshing summer side dish? Try this French cucumber salad with crème fraîche, also known as Concombre à la Crème. This classic French recipe combines thinly sliced cucumber with tangy shallots, chopped herbs like chives and dill, and a smooth, creamy dressing made with crème fraîche and lemon juice. Light, creamy, and packed with fresh herbs, this easy cucumber salad is perfect for hot days, picnics and potlucks. French cucumber salad with crème fraîche – a cool, creamy summer favorite This French cucumber salad is one of my…
- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- 31 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
Ingredients
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- 1 large cucumber
- 1 small shallot, peeled and diced
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh chive
- 3 tbsp chopped fresh dill
- ½ lemon, juiced
- ¼ cup (about 70g) of crème fraiche
- ½ tsp coarse sea salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Using a mandolin or a very sharp knife, cut the cucumber in very thin slices. Transfer into a large bowl.
- 2
Add the diced shallot, chopped chive, chopped fill, the juice of ½ lemon, salt and black pepper.
- 3
Just before serving, add the crème fraiche and gently mix to coat the cucumber. Taste and adjust seasonings (salt, black pepper) if needed.