Cucumber Salad
A cool, crisp Cucumber Salad that brings freshness to meals. This salad combines cucumbers, red onion, and fresh dill with a tangy dressing, making it a perfect side dish for summer. It's easy to prepare and can be customized in many ways to suit your taste.
Ingredients
- 2 large Cucumbers
- 1 small Red onio
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill, chopped
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse cucumbers under cold water and dry with a towel. Peel if desired, then slice thinly.
- Thinly slice the red onion. Soak in cold water for 10 minutes if desired, then drain.
- In a large bowl, combine the cucumbers and onions. Toss in chopped dill.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Adjust to taste.
- Pour dressing over cucumber mixture and toss gently. Let sit in the fridge for at least 10 minutes before serving.
- Serve chilled, garnished with extra dill or cherry tomatoes if desired.
Notes
Choose firm cucumbers for the best crunch. Make it vegan by omitting dairy. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.