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10-Minute Refreshing Cucumber Salad

10-Minute Refreshing Cucumber Salad for Summer Bliss

This 10-Minute Refreshing Cucumber Salad is a quick, no-cook dish perfect for summer, combining hydrating cucumbers and vibrant flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 pieces English cucumbers Choose firm and fresh for optimal crunch.
  • 0.5 cups Red onion Soak in ice water for a milder taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh dill Can substitute with basil.
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Vinegar (White or Apple Cider) Provides acidity; apple cider gives a fruitier profile.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Adds richness to the dressing.
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Can substitute with honey or agave.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • Mandoline slicer
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash the cucumbers thoroughly under cool water and slice them into thin slices, about 1/8-inch thick.
  2. Slice the red onion thinly and place it in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Combine the sliced cucumbers with the onion in the bowl and toss gently.
Dressing
  1. Whisk together vinegar, olive oil, and sugar in a separate bowl until the sugar dissolves.
  2. Add salt and pepper to taste, adjusting as necessary.
Assembly
  1. Drizzle the dressing over the cucumber and onion mixture and toss gently to combine.
  2. Cover the salad with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container.
  3. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This salad is best prepared fresh, but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

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