Cucumber Salad with Vinegar
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4.9
Cucumber Salad with Vinegar
Description
The salad combines peeled, thinly sliced cucumbers and thin red onion slices with a vinegar dressing made from apple cider vinegar, sugar, water, and salt. After mixing, the cucumbers are coated evenly and chilled at least 20 minutes to absorb the dressing. Draining excess liquid before serving helps maintain crisp texture.
The vinegar provides acidity with a touch of sweetness from sugar, complementing the refreshing crunch of the cucumbers. Onions add a mild pungency that enhances the salad's brightness. This dish is well suited as a cool accompaniment to heavier or grilled meals.
For convenience, ingredients can also be combined in a resealable bag to marinate. The salad keeps up to three days refrigerated, although cucumbers may soften over time. Proper storage in an airtight container preserves texture and reduces microbial risks.
Ingredients
- 5 cucumber
- 1 red onion
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar (or white vinegar, red wine vinegar, rice vinegar)
- 1/2 cup sugar (or more to taste)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Peel and slice cucumbers into thin slices.
- Cut onion in half and cut into very thin slices.
- Combine onions and cucumbers in a large bowl.
- In a separate, medium-sized bowl, combine remaining ingredients. Stir until sugar dissolves.
- Pour vinegar mixture over cucumbers and onions. Stir until the cucumbers are evenly coated in the dressing.*
- Refrigerate at least 20 minutes. Before serving, drain liquid and place in a serving bowl to serve.
Notes
- Marinate cucumbers and onions in a resealable plastic bag for even flavor absorption.
- Drain the salad before serving to avoid excess liquid diluting serving dishes.
- Store in an airtight container or jar in the refrigerator for up to three days to maintain crispness.
- After three days, cucumber texture may soften and there is a slight risk of microbial growth; consume accordingly.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 66 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 66kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 237mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 220mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 13g | 26% |
| Vitamin A | 108IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 25mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.9
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