Best Cucumber Salad
A quick and refreshing salad bursting with flavor, combining crunchy cucumbers, tangy red onion, fresh dill, and a zesty vinaigrette, all ready in 15 minutes.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 large large cucumbers, thinly sliced
- ½ unit red onion, thinly sliced Can soak in cold water to mellow taste
- ¼ cup fresh dill, chopped
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
Dressing
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar Can substitute with balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil Can substitute with avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar Can substitute with honey or agave syrup
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Prep your workspace and gather all ingredients and tools.
- Wash and thinly slice the cucumbers, then set aside in a large bowl.
- Thinly slice the red onion and add to the cucumbers.
Dressing
- In a small bowl, combine apple cider vinegar, olive oil, sugar, salt, and pepper; whisk until blended.
- Pour the dressing over the cucumber and onion, tossing gently to coat.
Final Touch
- Gently fold in the chopped dill and parsley.
- Chill the salad in the fridge for at least 10 minutes before serving.
- Serve with optional garnish of dill or parsley.
Notes
Adjust dressing ingredients to taste; let sit for an hour to enhance flavor. This salad is perfect for summer picnics or family barbecues.