Cool Cucumber Salad
Crisp, refreshing, and irresistibly tangy, this Cool Cucumber Salad is the ultimate side dish for warm weather dining or light, healthy meals. Featuring thinly sliced English cucumbers, vibrant red onion, and a splash of fresh dill, this salad is dressed in a simple yet flavorful mix of white vinegar, olive oil, and a touch of sugar for a perfect balance of sweetness and acidity. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, it’s a quick and easy recipe that shines as a cooling accompaniment to grilled meats, seafood, or vegetarian mains. Serve it chilled for an extra burst of refreshing flavor, making it a must-have for summer picnics, BBQs, or any time you crave a crisp and zesty salad that’s as nourishing as it is delicious. Keywords: cucumber salad recipe, easy summer side dish, refreshing cucumber salad, no-cook salad.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole English cucumber
- 0.5 whole Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 3 tablespoons White vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the cucumbers. Using a mandoline slicer or a sharp knife, thinly slice the cucumbers into rounds.
Peel and slice the red onion into thin, half-moon shapes.
Finely chop the fresh dill.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, red onion, and fresh dill.
In a small bowl, whisk together the white vinegar, olive oil, granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is well combined.
Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. It can also be chilled in the refrigerator for a more refreshing taste.
Serve immediately, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
391 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.1 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1198 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.8 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.5 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.4 g | ||
| Protein | 5.0 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 123 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1025 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
