Simple Cucumbers and Onions
Refreshingly crisp and irresistibly tangy, this Simple Cucumbers and Onions recipe is the perfect side dish to elevate any meal. With just a handful of pantry staples like white vinegar, sugar, and black pepper, these thinly sliced cucumbers and red onions are transformed into a flavorful and light salad that’s ready in only 15 minutes of prep time. A hint of optional fresh dill adds a pop of herbaceous flavor, making it ideal for summer barbecues, picnics, or as a cooling complement to rich, hearty mains. Best served chilled, this no-cook recipe is effortlessly easy and stays fresh for days in the fridge—a must-have for anyone seeking a quick, healthy, and delicious addition to their table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large Cucumbers
- 1 medium Red onion
- 0.5 cups White vinegar
- 0.5 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh dill (optional)
Instructions
Wash and peel the cucumbers, leaving some of the peel intact if desired for a decorative look.
Slice the cucumbers thinly into rounds using a sharp knife or mandoline.
Peel the red onion and cut it in half. Slice it thinly into half-moon shapes.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the white vinegar, water, granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper until the sugar dissolves completely.
Add the sliced cucumbers and onions to the bowl and toss them in the vinegar mixture until well coated.
If using fresh dill, chop it finely and sprinkle it into the bowl. Gently mix to combine.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. For best results, let it sit for 2 hours or more.
Serve chilled as a light and tangy side dish. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
266 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.8 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2384 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.4 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.6 g | ||
| Protein | 5.4 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 145 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1171 mg | 25% | |
*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.
