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Cucumber Salad
This Cucumber Salad features thinly sliced cucumbers and crisp red onions tossed in a mixture of white wine vinegar, olive and vegetable oils, sugar, black pepper, and fresh mint. The cucumber seeds are removed for crunch without excess moisture, and the salad is chilled to meld the flavors. It offers a refreshing, lightly sweet and tangy side with a cool crisp texture, making it a suitable accompaniment to warm dishes or summer meals.
Prep Time
20 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings:
8
Calories:
108 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 2 English cucumber or hothouse cucumber
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup red onion chopped
- ¼ cup white wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2½ teaspoons sugar
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- ¼ cup mint chopped, fresh
Instructions
- Cut the cucumbers in half lengthwise. Use a teaspoon to scrape out the seeds, then cut into thin slices. Toss the cucumbers with the salt in a colander. Let drain in the sink for at least 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, soak the red onions in a small bowl of ice water for ten minutes, then drain in a fine mesh strainer. Blot dry with a paper towel.
- Tap the cucumber-filled colander on the base of the sink to release any excess water. Lay a clean dish towel flat on the counter, and then dump the cucumbers over top. Use the edges of the towel to blot the cucumbers dry.
- In a medium bowl, toss the cucumbers, onions, white wine vinegar, olive oil, vegetable oil, sugar, pepper and mint. Cover and let stand in refrigerator for at least 20 minutes or up to 12 hours. Before serving, taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary. Serve cold.
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Notes
- Prepare the salad up to 12 hours in advance and refrigerate covered to let flavors meld.
Nutrition Information
Calories
108kcal
(5%)
Carbohydrates
6g
(2%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
9g
(14%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Sodium
391mg
(16%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 108
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 108kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 391mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.