Dilled Cucumbers
Crisp, refreshing, and bursting with tangy flavor, these Dilled Cucumbers are the perfect light side dish for any meal! Featuring crunchy cucumber slices coated in a zesty dressing of white vinegar, fresh dill, and a hint of sugar, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time. Enhanced with a sprinkle of salt and black pepper, the cucumbers are refrigerated to absorb the vibrant flavors, making them irresistibly tasty with every bite. This chilled cucumber salad is a versatile option for barbecues, picnics, or a quick and easy addition to weeknight dinners. Garnished with extra dill for a beautiful finish, it’s a simple yet elegant dish that tastes as good as it looks! Perfect for those seeking healthy, tangy, and aromatic vegetable sides.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium cucumbers
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 3 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons water
Instructions
Peel the cucumbers, leaving thin strips of skin unpeeled for a decorative pattern if desired.
Thinly slice the cucumbers into rounds and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Finely chop the fresh dill and sprinkle it over the cucumbers.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the white vinegar, granulated sugar, salt, black pepper, and water until the sugar dissolves completely.
Pour the vinegar mixture over the cucumber slices and gently toss until the cucumbers are evenly coated with the dressing.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Stir occasionally if possible.
Before serving, give the cucumbers a final stir and transfer them to a serving dish. Garnish with an extra sprinkle of fresh dill if desired.
Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish or salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
156 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.9 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1201 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.0 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.6 g | ||
| Protein | 5.4 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 144 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 1248 mg | 27% | |
*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.
