Refreshing Cucumber Salad (Printable version)

Crisp cucumbers with zesty red onions in a tangy-sweet vinaigrette. Ready in 15 minutes.

# What you need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
02 - 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
03 - 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped

→ Dressing

04 - 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
05 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
06 - 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# How to make it:

01 - In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, red onion, and fresh dill.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, olive oil, sugar (if using), salt, and black pepper until well combined.
03 - Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss gently to combine.
04 - Let sit for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • No heat required whatsoever, making it your best friend when the kitchen feels like an oven
  • The cucumbers actually get better as they sit, so this is one of those rare dishes that rewards procrastination
02 -
  • The salt will draw water out of your cucumbers, creating more liquid in the bottom of the bowl which is totally normal and actually delicious
  • This salad keeps beautifully in the fridge for 3 days and the flavors develop even more over time
03 -
  • English cucumbers worth the extra cost here because their skin is tender and they have very few seeds
  • Make the dressing in a jar and shake it instead of whisking for the laziest possible method

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