Description
This refreshing cucumber salad is the ideal dish for warm weather, combining crisp cucumbers with vibrant flavors that invigorate your palate. Perfect for summer barbecues, picnics, or as a light side at dinner, it features fresh cucumbers paired with red onion and herbs, all dressed in a simple yet tangy olive oil and vinegar dressing. This easy cucumber salad recipe comes together in just minutes and is incredibly versatile; feel free to customize it with your favorite ingredients. Enjoy a delightful crunch in every bite!
Ingredients
- 2 large fresh cucumbers
- 1 small red onion
- 1/4 cup fresh dill or parsley
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the cucumbers and slice them into thin rounds or half-moons.
- Thinly slice the red onion and soak it briefly in cold water to reduce its sharpness.
- Chop the fresh herbs finely.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced cucumbers, onion, and herbs. Pour dressing over everything and gently toss to coat.
- Chill for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
For added variety, consider mixing in cherry tomatoes or bell peppers.
Make the salad ahead of time by prepping the ingredients but keep the dressing separate until ready to serve.
Fresh herbs like mint can add an exciting twist!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg