Tangy Cucumber Salad
Brighten up your table with this crisp and refreshing Tangy Cucumber Salad, a perfect blend of crunch and zest that’s ready in just 15 minutes! This vibrant side dish stars thinly sliced cucumbers and red onions tossed in a tangy dressing made with white vinegar, olive oil, and a touch of sweetness from granulated sugar. Fresh dill and minced garlic infuse every bite with aromatic flavor, while a quick chill in the fridge allows the bold flavors to meld beautifully. Low in calories yet bursting with taste, this easy-to-make salad is the ultimate companion to grilled meats, summer barbecues, or any light meal. Serve it chilled for a cooling side dish that's as healthy as it is delicious.
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Ingredients
- 2 large Cucumbers
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 3 tablespoons White vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 clove Garlic
Directions
Step 1
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and thinly slice them into rounds using a sharp knife or mandoline. Transfer the slices to a large salad bowl.
Step 2
Peel and thinly slice the red onion into half-moon shapes. Add the onion slices to the bowl with the cucumbers.
Step 3
Finely chop the fresh dill and sprinkle it over the cucumber and onion mixture.
Step 4
In a small bowl, whisk together the white vinegar, olive oil, granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper until the sugar dissolves completely.
Step 5
Mince the garlic clove finely and stir it into the dressing mixture.
Step 6
Pour the tangy dressing over the cucumbers and onions. Toss well to ensure all the slices are evenly coated.
Step 7
Cover the salad bowl with plastic wrap and let it sit in the refrigerator for at least 20-30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 8
Before serving, give the salad another toss and garnish with additional fresh dill if desired.
Step 9
Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 752.1 grams (752.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 405 |
| Total Fat 28.80g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat 4.50g | 23% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1199mg | 52% |
| Total Carbohydrate 33.60g | 12% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.40g | 16% |
| Total Sugars 17.00g | |
| Protein 5.00g | 10% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 130mg | 10% |
| Iron 2mg | 13% |
| Potassium 1056mg | 22% |
Source of Calories