Gramps Cucumber Salad
Experience the refreshing crunch and zesty tang of Gramps Cucumber Salad, a timeless favorite perfect for summer picnics or cozy family dinners. This quick and easy recipe combines thinly sliced cucumbers and red onions with a tangy-sweet dressing made from white vinegar, granulated sugar, and a touch of salt and pepper. Fresh dill adds a fragrant, herbaceous note that elevates the flavors, while a brief chill in the fridge allows the ingredients to meld beautifully. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this light and healthy side dish is as simple as it is satisfying. Ideal for serving alongside grilled meats, sandwiches, or any hearty main, Gramps Cucumber Salad is a delightful blend of crisp textures and bold, refreshing flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium cucumbers
- 1 small red onion
- 0.5 cup white vinegar
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 0.25 cup water
Instructions
Wash and peel the cucumbers. Slice them thinly into rounds using a knife or mandoline for uniform thickness.
Peel and thinly slice the red onion into half-moon shapes.
Place the cucumber and red onion slices into a large mixing bowl.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the white vinegar, granulated sugar, salt, black pepper, and water until the sugar and salt dissolve completely.
Pour the vinegar mixture over the cucumbers and onions in the large bowl.
Chop the fresh dill finely and sprinkle it over the salad.
Toss the salad gently to ensure all the slices are coated in the dressing and the dill is evenly distributed.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together. For best results, refrigerate for 2-3 hours.
Serve chilled as a side dish. Enjoy the crisp and tangy flavors of this classic cucumber salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
67 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.3 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 492 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.6 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.0 g | ||
| Protein | 1.8 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 47 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 373 mg | 8% | |
*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.
