Refreshing Cucumber Salad (Printable Version)

Crisp cucumbers with zesty red onions in tangy-sweet vinaigrette

# What You'll 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 -
  • It comes together in under fifteen minutes but tastes like you've been planning it all day
  • The cucumbers stay incredibly crisp even after sitting in the dressing for hours
  • Perfect for those nights when you want something refreshing but don't want to turn on the stove
02 -
  • If you're making this ahead, wait to add the dill until right before serving, otherwise it can wilt and lose its vibrant green color
  • The longer it sits, the better it tastes, so don't be afraid to make it a few hours before you need it
  • Cucumber salads release water as they sit, so if you're making it far in advance, you might want to drain off some liquid before serving
03 -
  • Use a mandoline or the slicing attachment on a food processor to get perfectly even, thin slices
  • Pat the cucumbers dry with a clean towel before slicing if they're particularly watery

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