Name: Cucumber Onion Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Other
Ingredients: 2 english cucumbers; 0.5 sweet onion; 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar or white vinegar; 2 tablespoons water; 1 tbsp granulated sugar; 1 tsp sea salt; 1 tsp black pepper; 1 tbsp fresh dill

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Cucumber Onion Salad

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Instructions

Cut the cucumber and onion into thin-medium slices, transfer to a large mixing bowl, and set aside.

In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, water, sugar, salt, and pepper.

Pour the vinaigrette over the sliced cucumber and onion, toss to combine.

For best results, cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

To serve, garnish with chopped fresh dill.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Salt Your Cucumbers First 🥒
Slice cucumbers and salt them lightly 15 minutes before assembling to draw out excess moisture, preventing a watery salad while maintaining crispness.
Chill Your Vinaigrette 🧊
Make the vinaigrette ahead and refrigerate it for at least 1 hour—this allows the flavors to meld and ensures the dressing stays cool when tossed with vegetables.
Slice Onions Thin and Soak Them 🧅
Cut sweet onions into paper-thin half-moons and briefly soak them in ice water for 10 minutes to mellow their bite while maintaining a crisp, delicate texture.
Fresh Dill Added Last 🌿
Stir fresh dill into the salad just before serving rather than during assembly to preserve its bright, aromatic flavor from wilting.
Balance Your Vinegar Ratio ⚖️
Taste and adjust the vinegar-to-sugar ratio based on your vinegar type—apple cider is sweeter, so use slightly less sugar than with sharper white vinegar for perfect tang.