Cukes and Onions
Brighten up your table with "Cukes and Onions," a crisp, tangy cucumber and onion salad that’s easy to prepare and bursting with refreshing flavors. Perfect for summer picnics or as a versatile side dish, this recipe combines thinly sliced cucumbers and onions with a zesty dressing made from white vinegar, a hint of sugar, salt, and black pepper. The simple preparation requires just 15 minutes, and with a quick chill in the fridge, the flavors meld beautifully to create a balance of tart and sweet. Enhance the dish with a sprinkle of fresh dill for an optional herbal twist. Serve this chilled salad alongside grilled meats, seafood, or even sandwiches for a light and satisfying accompaniment. Perfect for low-fuss meal prep, "Cukes and Onions" is a refreshing addition to any menu.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumber
- 1 medium onion
- 0.5 cup white vinegar
- 0.25 cup water
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill (optional)
Instructions
Wash and peel the cucumbers, leaving strips of skin for texture if desired. Slice them into thin rounds, about 1/8-inch thick.
Peel the onion and slice it into thin rings or half-rings, depending on your preference.
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the cucumber slices and onion slices.
In a small bowl, whisk together white vinegar, water, granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper until the sugar dissolves completely.
Pour the vinegar mixture over the cucumbers and onions. Stir to ensure all the vegetables are evenly coated.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, toss the salad to redistribute the dressing. If desired, sprinkle with fresh dill for added flavor.
Serve chilled as a light side dish or topping for grilled meats and sandwiches.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
304 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1205 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.7 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.3 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.5 g | ||
| Protein | 7.3 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 177 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1524 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.
