Old Fashion Cucumber Salad

Crisp, refreshing, and delightfully simple, this Old Fashioned Cucumber Salad is a timeless classic that perfectly balances sweet and tangy flavors. Thinly sliced cucumbers and red onions are tossed in a light, zesty dressing made with white vinegar, granulated sugar, and a hint of black pepper, then elevated with the fresh, aromatic pop of dill. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time, this chilled salad is the ultimate make-ahead side dish, ideal for summer barbecues, potlucks, or as a refreshing companion to hearty mains. Serve it cold and let the effortless blend of flavors take you back to nostalgic summer days. Perfectly easy and endlessly versatile, this cucumber salad will be a staple on your menu.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

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

Directions

Step 1

Wash the cucumbers thoroughly under cold water.

Step 2

Using a mandoline slicer or a sharp knife, thinly slice the cucumbers into rounds. Place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl with the cucumbers.

Step 4

In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together white vinegar, water, granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper until the sugar and salt dissolve completely.

Step 5

Pour the vinegar mixture over the cucumbers and onions and toss until the vegetables are evenly coated.

Step 6

Finely chop the fresh dill and sprinkle it over the salad. Toss gently to combine.

Step 7

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together. For best results, refrigerate for 2-3 hours.

Step 8

Serve chilled as a side dish. Stir the salad prior to serving to redistribute the dressing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	956.9 grams (956.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	315

Total Fat 0.90g	1%
Saturated Fat 0.20g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2384mg	104%
Total Carbohydrate 72.10g	26%
Dietary Fiber 5.40g	19%
Total Sugars 53.10g
Protein 5.50g	11%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 148mg	11%
Iron 2mg	13%
Potassium 1193mg	25%

*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: 2.5%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 90.5%