Vidalia Cucumber Salad
Get ready to savor the fresh and vibrant flavors of Vidalia Cucumber Salad, a perfect side dish that celebrates simplicity and bold flavor. Featuring crisp cucumbers and sweetly mild Vidalia onions, this salad is tossed in a tangy homemade dressing made with white vinegar, olive oil, and a touch of sugar for balanced acidity and sweetness. The addition of fresh dill brings a burst of herbaceous brightness, while a sprinkle of salt and pepper rounds out the taste. With just 15 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for warm-weather gatherings or as a light and refreshing complement to any meal. Refrigerate to let the flavors meld, and serve chilled for maximum crispness and zest! Keywords: Vidalia onion, cucumber salad, fresh dill, summer recipes, easy side dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large Vidalia onion
- 3 medium cucumber
- 0.25 cup white vinegar
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Peel and thinly slice the Vidalia onion into rings or half rings, depending on your preference.
Wash and thinly slice the cucumbers. You can peel them or leave the skin on based on your preference.
In a small bowl, whisk together the white vinegar, granulated sugar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is well combined.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced Vidalia onion and cucumber.
Pour the dressing over the onion and cucumber mixture.
Add the chopped fresh dill and gently toss the salad until all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
512 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.7 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1203 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.4 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.3 g | ||
| Protein | 5.4 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 138 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 1219 mg | 26% | |
*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.
