Sweet Cucumber and Red Onion Salad
Crisp, refreshing, and bursting with vibrant flavors, this Sweet Cucumber and Red Onion Salad is a perfect balance of tangy and sweet. Thinly sliced English cucumber and red onion are tossed in a light dressing made with white vinegar, granulated sugar, and a hint of olive oil, giving it a delightful zing. Freshly chopped dill adds a fragrant, herbal note that elevates this simple salad to a whole new level. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, it’s an easy and healthy side dish that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, seafood, or even as a standalone snack. Serve it chilled for a cooling bite that’s perfect for warm weather or your next picnic spread.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large English cucumber
- 1 medium Red onion
- 3 tablespoons White vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
Slice the English cucumber thinly into rounds. If desired, use a mandoline slicer for uniform, paper-thin slices.
Peel the red onion and slice it thinly into rings or half-moons.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the white vinegar, granulated sugar, and salt. Stir until the sugar and salt are completely dissolved.
Add the black pepper and olive oil to the mixture, whisking until fully combined.
Gently add the sliced cucumber and red onion to the bowl, tossing them in the dressing to ensure they are evenly coated.
Chop the fresh dill finely and sprinkle it over the salad. Toss lightly to distribute the dill evenly.
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
329 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.2 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1194 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.8 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.5 g | ||
| Protein | 3.6 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 91 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 697 mg | 15% | |
*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.
