Easy Summer Cucumbers
Refreshingly light and irresistibly tangy, "Easy Summer Cucumbers" is the ultimate warm-weather side dish that comes together in just 10 minutes! Featuring crisp cucumber slices, zesty red onions, and a vibrant dressing made from white vinegar, olive oil, and a touch of sugar, this recipe is perfectly balanced with the aromatic addition of fresh dill. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or a quick lunch fix, this no-cook dish is served chilled for maximum flavor and crunch. Whether you're looking for a healthy, low-effort snack or the perfect complement to grilled meats, this easy cucumber salad is a must-try summer classic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium cucumber
- 3 tablespoons white vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 0.5 small red onion
Instructions
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and pat them dry. Using a mandoline or sharp knife, slice the cucumbers into thin rounds, about 1/8 inch thick.
Peel and thinly slice half of a small red onion into very fine strips.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the white vinegar, olive oil, granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper until the sugar and salt dissolve.
Add the sliced cucumbers, red onion, and chopped fresh dill to the bowl. Toss everything together until the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or pepper if desired.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
361 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.6 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1194 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.5 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.2 g | ||
| Protein | 3.4 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 90 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 735 mg | 16% | |
*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.
