Finnish Cucumber Salad

Brighten up your table with Finnish Cucumber Salad, a refreshing Scandinavian classic that strikes the perfect balance between tangy and sweet. Featuring crisp cucumber slices, delicate red onion half-moons, and the unmistakable fragrance of fresh dill, this salad is brought to life with a simple yet flavorful dressing of white vinegar, sugar, and black pepper. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is a breeze to prepare and ideal for warm days. Serve it chilled as a light side dish alongside grilled meats, fish, or your favorite Nordic-inspired dishes. Perfectly versatile and packed with crunch, Finnish Cucumber Salad is a must-try for any fan of fresh, wholesome flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium cucumber
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill
• 3 tablespoons white vinegar
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 3 tablespoons water
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and optionally peel them if desired. Thinly slice the cucumbers into even round slices using a sharp knife or a mandoline slicer for consistency.

Step 2

Peel and thinly slice half of a red onion into very fine half-moons. Set aside.

Step 3

Finely chop the fresh dill and set it aside.

Step 4

In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by mixing the white vinegar, granulated sugar, water, salt, and black pepper. Stir the mixture until the sugar has fully dissolved.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, red onion, and dill.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.

Step 7

Let the salad rest for at least 10 minutes in the refrigerator to allow the flavors to meld together. For enhanced flavor, consider refrigerating for up to 1 hour before serving.

Step 8

Serve the Finnish cucumber salad chilled as a refreshing side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	573.7 grams (573.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	145

Total Fat 0.60g	1%
Saturated Fat 0.20g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1195mg	52%
Total Carbohydrate 33.80g	12%
Dietary Fiber 3.30g	12%
Total Sugars 22.00g
Protein 3.50g	7%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 95mg	7%
Iron 2mg	9%
Potassium 750mg	16%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 3.5%

Protein: 9.1%

Carbs: 87.5%