Mizeria is a cooling salad of cucumbers, dill and sour cream that is very popular in Poland. The name means “misery” in Polish, and legend has it that the dish was first served by poor — hence miserable — peasants.
Mizeria
Course: SaladsCuisine: PolandMakes 3 or 4 servings
Mizeria is a cooling salad of cucumbers, dill and sour cream that is very popular in Poland.
Ingredients
Cucumber, peeled and thinly sliced — 1 or 2
Salt — 2 or 3 teaspoons
Sour cream — 1/2 cup
Lemon juice — 2 or 3 tablespoons
Fresh dill, chopped — 2 tablespoons
Salt and pepper — to taste
Directions
- Mix the cucumber and salt together in a large bowl and set aside for 15 to 20 minutes. Rinse the cucumbers in a colander to remove excess salt and squeeze dry.
- In a large bowl, mix the cucumbers together with the rest of the ingredients. Adjust seasoning and serve well chilled.
Mizeria Notes and Variations
- Substitute yogurt for some or all of the sour cream if you like.
- Add some thinly sliced radishes for added color and a bit of spice.
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