Easy Refreshing Cucumber Salad (Print Version)
Fresh cucumbers meet tangy vinegar dressing in this crisp, light dish ready in 10 minutes. Ideal for warm weather dining or pairing with grilled favorites.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
02 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
→ Dressing
04 - 3 tablespoons rice vinegar (or white wine vinegar)
05 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
06 - 1 teaspoon sugar or honey
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, red onion, and dill.
02 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together vinegar, olive oil, sugar (or honey), salt, and black pepper until well combined.
03 - Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat evenly.
04 - Let the salad sit for at least 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
# Expert Suggestions:
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- The cool, crisp crunch is what summer afternoons were invented for, perfect when the kitchen feels like an oven
- It takes literally ten minutes from start to finish, yet tastes like you have been preparing it all day
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- I once skipped the resting time and served it immediately—the cucumbers tasted raw and the dressing sat stubbornly at the bottom of the bowl
- Salt draws water from the cucumbers, so do not panic if you see liquid pooling at the bottom after marinating
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- English or Persian cucumbers work best here since their skin is tender and they have fewer seeds to deal with
- A pinch of red pepper flakes adds a subtle warmth that makes the cool vegetables even more refreshing