Bev's Marinated Cucumber Salad
Refreshingly crisp and tangy, Bev's Marinated Cucumber Salad is the perfect side dish to complement any meal. Featuring thinly sliced cucumbers and red onion, this quick and easy salad is immersed in a zesty marinade of white vinegar, sugar, and a hint of black pepper, creating a delightful balance of sweet and tangy flavors. Fresh dill adds a burst of herbaceous aroma, making this dish irresistibly vibrant. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time and requiring a simple refrigeration to allow the flavors to meld, this recipe is as effortless as it is flavorful. Serve it chilled for an ultra-refreshing appetizer or side dish perfect for summer barbecues, picnics, or a light, guilt-free snack. A true crowd-pleaser with minimal effort!
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Ingredients
- 3 medium Cucumbers
- 1 medium Red onion
- 0.5 cup White vinegar
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Wash and thinly slice the cucumbers into rounds. You can use a mandoline slicer for uniform pieces, if desired.
Step 2
Peel and thinly slice the red onion into semi-circles.
Step 3
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together white vinegar, granulated sugar, water, salt, and ground black pepper until the sugar fully dissolves.
Step 4
Add the sliced cucumbers and red onion to the bowl, tossing them gently to ensure they are fully coated in the marinade.
Step 5
If using fresh dill, chop it finely and sprinkle it over the salad. Mix again to combine.
Step 6
Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or up to overnight) to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 7
Before serving, taste the salad and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve chilled as a side dish or light appetizer. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (967.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 362.4 |
| Total Fat 0.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1202.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 84.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 65.6g | |
| Protein 5.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 143.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1179.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories