Gurkensalat

cucumber salad

noun GUR-ken-zah-laht Rare

Usage Note

Gurkensalat is a simple German salad of thinly sliced cucumbers dressed with vinegar, oil, dill, and sometimes cream or sour cream. A classic summer side dish served with schnitzel, fish, or grilled meat.

Examples

"Zum Schnitzel serviere ich immer einen frischen Gurkensalat mit Dill."

Natural Translation

I always serve a fresh cucumber salad with dill alongside the schnitzel.

Literal Translation

With-the schnitzel serve I always a fresh cucumber-salad with dill.

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