Description
A refreshing and tangy cucumber onion salad that’s perfect as a light side dish. Thinly sliced cucumbers and onions are tossed in a simple vinegar dressing balanced with a touch of sugar and seasoned with salt and pepper. This easy-to-make salad is ideal for summer meals or whenever you crave something crisp and bright.
Ingredients
- 2 large English cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 medium red or white onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Optional: 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill or parsley
Instructions
- Thinly slice cucumbers and onions.
- In a bowl, whisk vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper until sugar dissolves.
- Combine cucumbers and onions in a large bowl.
- Pour dressing over veggies and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Stir in fresh herbs if using.
- Refrigerate for at least 10 minutes before serving.
- Toss again before serving and adjust seasoning if needed.
Notes
- For a crisper salad, salt cucumbers first and drain excess water before mixing.
- Adjust sugar and vinegar to your preferred taste.
- Can be garnished with fresh herbs or a drizzle of olive oil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook, chilled
- Cuisine: American / Classic