Cucumber Slices with Onions
Crisp, refreshing, and delightfully tangy, this Cucumber Slices with Onions recipe is the ultimate chilled side dish for warm days or a light addition to any meal. Thinly sliced cucumbers and red onions are marinated in a zesty blend of white vinegar, a touch of sugar, and fragrant dill, creating a perfect balance of sweet and sour flavors. With just 15 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, this quick and easy recipe is a crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, sandwiches, or as a standalone snack. Bursting with fresh, garden-inspired ingredients, this dish embodies simplicity and bold flavor in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumber
- 1 medium red onion
- 0.5 cup white vinegar
- 0.25 cup water
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
Instructions
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and pat dry. Using a mandoline or a sharp knife, slice the cucumbers into thin rounds, about 1/8 inch thick.
Peel the red onion and slice it thinly into rings or half-moons, depending on your preference.
In a medium bowl, combine white vinegar, water, granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir the mixture until the sugar and salt dissolve completely.
Add the cucumber slices and onion slices to the bowl with the vinegar mixture. Toss gently to ensure all pieces are evenly coated.
Chop the fresh dill finely and sprinkle it over the cucumber and onion mixture. Toss again to incorporate the dill evenly.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. For best results, chill for 1-2 hours.
Serve the cucumber slices with onions chilled. Stir gently before serving to redistribute the dressing. Enjoy as a side dish or on its own!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
292 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.1 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2388 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.9 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.9 g | ||
| Protein | 6.8 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 180 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1487 mg | 32% | |
*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.
