Homemade Cucumber Salad
This refreshing Homemade Cucumber Salad is perfect for a light side dish or a healthy snack. Crisp cucumbers are tossed in a tangy, slightly sweet dressing with red onions and fresh dill, creating a cooling, flavorful salad that's perfect for hot summer days.
🛒Ingredients
- 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
🔧Kitchen Tools Needed
- large bowl
- small bowl
- whisk
- knife
- cutting board
📝Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the thinly sliced cucumbers and red onion.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the white vinegar, olive oil, sugar, salt, and black pepper until the sugar is dissolved.
- 3
Pour the dressing over the cucumber and onion mixture.
- 4
Add the fresh dill and toss everything together until well combined.
- 5
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- 6
Serve chilled and enjoy!
🥗Nutrition Information
⚡Calories per serving: 80
🏷️Recipe Tags
❓Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this cucumber salad ahead of time?
Yes, you can make this salad up to a day in advance. Just keep it refrigerated, and the flavors will continue to develop.
Can I use a different type of vinegar?
Yes, you can use apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar as a substitute for white vinegar to give the salad a slightly different flavor.
