Cucumber Salad Swedish Style
Crisp, refreshing, and tangy, this Cucumber Salad Swedish Style is a classic Scandinavian side dish perfect for elevating your meals. Featuring thinly sliced cucumbers tossed in a delicate dressing of white vinegar, granulated sugar, and a hint of salt, this dish strikes the perfect balance between sweet and savory. Fresh dill adds a fragrant herbal note while a touch of black pepper provides subtle spice. With just 15 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, this quick and easy dish pairs wonderfully with hearty meat dishes, flaky fish, or even as a light stand-alone salad. Serve it chilled to let the flavors shine—ideal for summer gatherings or any time you crave a refreshing burst of simplicity.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumber
- 120 ml white vinegar
- 60 ml water
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and pat them dry.
Using a mandoline or a sharp knife, thinly slice the cucumbers into rounds. If desired, lightly sprinkle the cucumber slices with a pinch of salt and let them sit for 5 minutes to remove excess water. Pat dry with a paper towel.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the white vinegar, water, granulated sugar, and salt until the sugar is completely dissolved.
Add the sliced cucumbers to the bowl and toss to coat evenly in the dressing.
Chop the fresh dill finely and sprinkle it over the cucumbers. Add black pepper to taste and gently fold everything together.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld. For best results, refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
Serve chilled as a side for meat dishes, fish, or as a refreshing salad by itself.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
241 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.0 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2383 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.1 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.4 g | ||
| Protein | 5.4 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 153 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1305 mg | 28% | |
*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.
