Cukes
Fresh, tangy, and irresistibly refreshing, "Cukes" is a no-cook cucumber salad recipe that comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time. Featuring crisp cucumber slices, vibrant red onion, and aromatic fresh dill tossed in a perfectly balanced sweet-and-sour marinade of white vinegar, water, sugar, and a hint of black pepper, this dish is a delightful harmony of flavors and textures. Perfect as a chilled side dish for barbecues or as a light, healthy snack, this recipe is ideal for those warm-weather days when simplicity and flavor are key. Quick to prepare, with minimal ingredients and no cooking required, "Cukes" is a must-try option for anyone seeking a fresh, zesty addition to their summer table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium cucumbers
- 0.25 cup white vinegar
- 0.25 cup water
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh dill
- 0.25 small, thinly sliced red onion
Instructions
Wash and dry the cucumbers. Slice them into thin rounds, approximately 1/8-inch thick. Set aside.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the white vinegar, water, granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until the sugar and salt have dissolved completely.
Add the sliced cucumbers, red onion, and chopped fresh dill to the bowl with the vinegar mixture. Toss everything gently to coat.
Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the cucumbers to marinate and absorb the flavors. For best taste, chill for 2-3 hours.
Stir the cucumbers before serving to redistribute the marinade. Serve cold as a side dish or snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
184 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1194 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.8 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.9 g | ||
| Protein | 3.1 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 88 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 708 mg | 15% | |
*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.
