Easy Cucumber Salad W Red Wine Vinaigrette

Brighten up your table with this *Easy Cucumber Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette*, a quick and refreshing side dish packed with vibrant flavors! Crisp cucumber slices and delicate red onion are tossed in a tangy-sweet red wine vinaigrette infused with honey, garlic, and fresh dill, creating a harmonious balance of flavors in every bite. Ready in just 10 minutes and perfect for any meal, this no-cook cucumber salad highlights simplicity and freshness while being naturally gluten-free and vegetarian. Serve it immediately for that satisfying crunch or let it chill for a while to enhance its zesty notes—ideal for summer gatherings, light lunches, or as a wholesome topping for grilled dishes.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large Cucumber
• 1 medium Red onion
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 clove Garlic
• 1 tablespoon Fresh dill
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the cucumbers. Slice them thinly into rounds or half-moons, depending on your preference.

Step 2

Peel the red onion and slice it thinly into rings or half-rings.

Step 3

Place the sliced cucumbers and onions in a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and toss gently to combine. Let sit for 5 minutes while you prepare the vinaigrette.

Step 4

In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the red wine vinegar, olive oil, honey, grated garlic clove, and freshly chopped dill. Season with black pepper to taste.

Step 5

Pour the red wine vinaigrette over the cucumber and onion mixture. Toss gently to coat all the vegetables evenly.

Step 6

Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

Step 7

Serve immediately for a fresh and crisp texture, or let it chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Optionally, garnish with additional fresh dill before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1017.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	583.5

Total Fat 43.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1204.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 48.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g	0%
Total Sugars 24.7g
Protein 7.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 172.6mg	0%
Iron 3.1mg	0%
Potassium 1424.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.7%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 31.7%