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Refreshing Cucumber Salad with Red Onion and Dill Recipe

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This refreshing cucumber salad features thinly sliced English cucumbers tossed with red onion, fresh dill, and a tangy dressing made from red wine vinegar, olive oil, sugar, and kosher salt. It’s a crisp and flavorful side dish perfect for warm weather or to accompany grilled meals.

Ingredients

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Salad

  • 1 pound English cucumbers, very thinly sliced
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1/3 cup red onion, very thinly sliced
  • 1/3 cup fresh dill, chopped

Dressing

  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare cucumbers: Toss the cucumber slices with the kosher salt and sugar in a medium-sized bowl. Let them sit for 5-7 minutes to draw out excess moisture and begin flavoring.
  2. Add aromatics: Add the thinly sliced red onion and chopped fresh dill to the bowl with the cucumbers and gently mix together.
  3. Make dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, black pepper, and olive oil until well combined.
  4. Toss salad: Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss everything gently to ensure even coating.
  5. Let it rest: Allow the salad to sit for 10 minutes to let the flavors meld, then serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Using English cucumbers provides fewer seeds and a milder flavor for the salad.
  • Thinly slicing the cucumbers and onions helps them absorb flavors more effectively.
  • This salad can be served immediately after resting or refrigerated for up to 4 hours for better flavor infusion.
  • Adjust sugar and salt to taste if you prefer sweeter or less salty dressing.
  • Fresh dill is key for authentic flavor, but you can substitute with fresh parsley or mint if desired.

Keywords: cucumber salad, fresh dill salad, easy cucumber recipe, no-cook salad, summer salad, red onion cucumber salad

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