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Cucumber Salad Recipe

Cucumber Salad Recipe

4.5 from 25 reviews
  • Author: ChefEmma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

A light and refreshing Cucumber Salad featuring thinly sliced cucumbers and red onions tossed in a tangy vinegar dressing with fresh dill. This easy summer side dish is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a healthy accompaniment to any meal.


Ingredients

    Cucumbers:

  • 2 large cucumbers (thinly sliced)
  • Red Onion:

  • 1/4 red onion (thinly sliced)
  • Fresh Dill:

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
  • White Vinegar:

  • 1/4 cup white vinegar
  • Olive Oil:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Granulated Sugar:

  • 1 teaspoon
  • Salt:

  • 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black Pepper:

  • 1/4 teaspoon


Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix cucumbers, red onion, and dill.
  2. Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, olive oil, sugar, salt, and pepper.
  3. Toss: Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat.
  4. Chill: Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For extra tang, add a splash of lemon juice.
  • Best served the same day but can be stored for up to 2 days.
  • Use English cucumbers for a crisper texture.