The Best Cucumber Salad
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4.6
The Best Cucumber Salad
Description
The Best Cucumber Salad highlights the crisp texture of thinly sliced mini cucumbers paired with the sharpness of red onion. The dressing balances tangy rice wine vinegar with a touch of sweetness from granulated sugar and a mild herbal note from dried dill. A pinch of kosher salt enhances the flavors, while crushed red pepper adds a subtle kick. The salad is mixed and then refrigerated for at least two hours, allowing the ingredients to develop a harmonious flavor profile and a refreshing coolness. This preparation creates a crisp and light dish that's ideal as a side or topping.
The salad's cool, bright qualities make it well suited for serving alongside grilled dishes or heavier foods, offering a balance with its acidity and crunch. It can also be served as a simple snack or side in any casual meal setting. The use of mini cucumbers contributes a tender but firm texture that holds up well to the marinating process.
Variations are easily made by substituting apple cider vinegar for rice wine vinegar or using sweet onions instead of red onions, which can soften the sharpness. Brown sugar can replace granulated sugar but imparts a slightly deeper molasses flavor. These options allow tailoring to personal taste preferences while maintaining the salad's fundamental character.
Ingredients
- 1 pound cucumber thinly sliced, mini
- 1 small red onion thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar seasoned
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon dill dried
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a large bowl and toss to combine.
- Cover, and place in the refrigerator and let sit for at least 2 hours to help the flavors develop.
- Serve cold.
Notes
- Mini cucumbers are also called Persian cucumbers and work well for crisp texture.
- Apple cider vinegar can replace rice vinegar if needed, adjusting the acidity slightly.
- Sweet onion may substitute for red onion for a milder flavor.
- Brown sugar can be used in place of granulated sugar but adds a subtle molasses taste.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 29 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 29kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 0.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.04g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.04g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.01g | 0% |
| Sodium | 393mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 147mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 139IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.6
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