Description
This Easy Cucumber Salad is your go-to for a quick, crisp, and refreshing side. Made with paper-thin English cucumbers and red onion, tossed in a bright vinegar dressing with just a touch of sugar and dill, it’s the ultimate balance of tangy, sweet, and snappy. Whether you’re serving it with grilled meats or spooning it over avocado toast, this healthy snack or dinner idea is fast, effortless, and seriously addictive. If you’re after an easy recipe with bold flavor and minimal fuss, this is it.
Ingredients
2 large English cucumbers
1 small red onion
1 1/2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh dill (optional)
Instructions
1. Slice the cucumbers and red onion very thinly using a knife or mandoline.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the white vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper until sugar dissolves.
3. Add the sliced cucumbers and onions to the bowl and toss to coat everything evenly.
4. Let the salad rest for at least 10 minutes, or refrigerate for up to an hour for more flavor.
5. Toss in fresh dill just before serving if using.
Notes
Use a mandoline slicer for super-thin, uniform cucumber slices that soak up flavor faster.
For a bolder twist, try adding a pinch of red pepper flakes or a splash of rice vinegar.
To keep it extra crunchy, slice cucumbers just before serving and add dressing last minute.
- Prep Time: 10
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 28
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: easy cucumber salad, healthy snack, summer salad, quick side dish, vinegar cucumber salad