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Refreshing Cucumber Salad

This crisp and refreshing cucumber salad is perfect for hot summer days, featuring crunchy cucumbers, zesty vinegar, and a hint of spice. Ready in minutes and perfect as a side dish or light snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 large English cucumbers or 4 to 5 Persian cucumbers
  • 1 small red onion thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons white vinegar or rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dill fresh or dried
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes or a splash of lemon juice

Method
 

  1. Wash and slice the cucumbers into rounds, half moons, or chunks.
  2. Thinly slice the red onion and rinse under cold water to reduce its sharpness.
  3. Place cucumbers and onions in a large bowl and mix gently.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, olive oil, sugar, salt, and pepper. Stir in the dill and any optional extras like red pepper flakes or lemon juice.
  5. Pour the dressing over the cucumber and onion mixture and toss until evenly coated.
  6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For extra crispness, salt the cucumbers and let them sit for 15 minutes before mixing. Use a mandoline slicer for thin, even slices. The salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Tastes even better after it sits.