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Description
A simple and refreshing cucumber salad with a tangy vinegar-based dressing, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 3 large English cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- (Optional: 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Combine the thinly sliced cucumbers and red onion in a large bowl.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the white vinegar, granulated sugar, fresh dill, salt, and black pepper until the sugar is dissolved.
- Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and onion. Toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or preferably 1-2 hours, to allow the flavors to meld and cucumbers to release excess water.
- Before serving, stir again and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve chilled.
Notes
- Garnish with fresh parsley for added color and flavor.
- Allowing the salad to chill for at least 30 minutes enhances the flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg