Cucumber Salad Marinade
Bright, crisp, and refreshingly tangy, this Cucumber Salad Marinade is the perfect side dish for any meal. Featuring thinly sliced cucumbers and red onions tossed in a zesty dressing made with white vinegar, olive oil, a touch of sugar, and aromatic fresh dill, this recipe strikes a perfect balance between sweet and savory. Enhanced with the warmth of minced garlic and a hint of black pepper, the marinade infuses the vegetables with bold, vibrant flavors after just an hour in the fridge. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time, this chilled cucumber salad is a low-effort, high-reward dish that’s ideal for summer barbecues, potlucks, or a refreshing addition to weeknight dinners. Serve it as a light, healthy side or enjoy it solo for a guilt-free snack bursting with flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumber
- 1 medium red onion
- 0.25 cup white vinegar
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
Instructions
Wash and dry the cucumbers. Using a sharp knife or mandoline, thinly slice the cucumbers into even rounds.
Peel the red onion and slice it into thin rings.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cucumber slices and red onion rings.
In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, olive oil, sugar, salt, black pepper, minced garlic, and chopped fresh dill until well combined.
Pour the marinade over the cucumber and onion mixture in the bowl.
Toss gently to coat all the slices evenly with the marinade.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, give the salad a gentle toss to redistribute the marinade.
Serve chilled as a side dish or enjoy on its own!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
186 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.7 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 491 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.7 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.4 g | ||
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 41 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 315 mg | 7% | |
*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.
