3 medium cucumbers, peeled if desired, seeded and sliced (2-3 cups slices)
one small red or white onion, thinly sliced (about 1/3 cup onion slices)
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 TBLS sugar
ground black or white pepper to taste
Place the cucumbers and onions in a colander and sprinkle with salt. Let stand 15 – 30 minutes. Pat dry, and transfer to a bowl. Mix the vinegar, sour cream, mayonnaise, and sugar, and pour over the cucumbers and onions. Add the pepper, mix well, and chill.