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Quick and Tasty Cucumber Salad

A refreshing and easy cucumber salad that adds crunch and tang to any meal.

  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 Persian or mini cucumbers (or 1 English cucumber)
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar (or apple cider/white vinegar)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon sugar or honey
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh herbs (dill, cilantro, mint, or chives)
  • 1/4 red onion or shallot, thinly sliced
  • Optional: red pepper flakes, cayenne, or fresh chili

Instructions

  1. Slice the cucumbers thinly with a sharp knife or mandoline.
  2. Toss the sliced cucumbers with a pinch of salt and let sit for 10 minutes; drain off any liquid or pat dry.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, sugar or honey, olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Adjust to taste.
  4. Stir in the sliced onion and fresh herbs.
  5. Combine cucumbers with the dressing and chill for 15 to 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

For variations, try adding Greek yogurt for creaminess, soy sauce for a Asian twist, or red pepper flakes for spice. Keep dressing separate from cucumbers if making ahead.

  • Author: miguel-santiago
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: cucumber salad, quick salad, refreshing salad