Cucumber Onion Salad Recipe
A refreshing and tangy cucumber onion salad featuring thinly sliced cucumbers and sweet onions marinated in a balanced blend of white vinegar, sugar, and salt. This easy no-cook side dish is perfect for warm days and pairs wonderfully with grilled or roasted dishes, enhanced optionally with fresh dill for added aroma.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Marinade
- ½ cup white vinegar
- ¾ cup water
- 1½ tsp salt
- 1 Tbsp + 2 tsp sugar
Salad
- 1 large English cucumber, sliced into ¼-inch coins
- ¼ sweet onion, sliced thin
- 1 Tbsp chopped fresh dill (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a medium bowl, stir together the white vinegar, water, salt, and sugar until both the salt and sugar have fully dissolved, forming a tangy pickling solution.
- Combine cucumbers and onions: Transfer the marinade to a 9×13-inch baking dish. Add the sliced cucumbers and thinly sliced onions to the baking dish, tossing gently to coat them evenly in the vinegar mixture. Spread the cucumbers out with minimal overlap to ensure uniform marination.
- Refrigerate to marinate: Cover the baking dish and place it in the refrigerator for 1½ to 2 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the cucumbers to slightly soften while remaining crisp.
- Prepare for serving: Remove the baking dish from the refrigerator and uncover it. Using a slotted spoon, carefully transfer the cucumbers and onions to a serving bowl, leaving most of the marinade behind.
- Serve with dressing and garnish: Drizzle a few tablespoons of the reserved vinegar marinade over the cucumbers and onions to taste. If desired, sprinkle with fresh chopped dill for a fragrant, herbal note before serving.
Notes
- For best texture, slice the cucumber and onion thinly and uniformly.
- This salad is best served chilled and consumed within 2 days for optimal freshness.
- Fresh dill is optional but adds a wonderful flavor dimension.
- You can adjust the sugar and salt levels to taste, depending on your preference for sweetness or tanginess.
- Use English cucumbers for their mild flavor and minimal seeds.
Keywords: cucumber salad, cucumber onion salad, no-cook salad, vinegar salad, summer salad, easy side dish
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