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Cucumber Vinegar Salad

Crispy Cucumber Vinegar Salad: Your Refreshing Summer Side

Enjoy this Cucumber Vinegar Salad, a refreshing dish perfect for summer. It combines crisp cucumbers and tangy dressing for a delightful balance of flavors.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 70
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 pieces English cucumbers Use for a crisp bite.
  • 1 small red onion Thinly sliced; substitute with sweet onion if desired.
For the Dressing
  • ⅓ cup apple cider vinegar Can be swapped with white or rice vinegar.
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar Maple syrup works as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances overall flavor.
  • pinch black pepper Adjust to preference or omit.
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes Slice in half before adding.
  • 1 cup chickpeas For a protein boost.
  • ¼ cup fresh herbs Dill or parsley for added flavor.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash 2 English cucumbers and slice each thinly, about ¼ inch thick, and place the slices in a large mixing bowl. Peel and thinly slice 1 small red onion, adding it to the bowl.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine ⅓ cup of apple cider vinegar, 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon of salt, and a pinch of black pepper. Whisk together until the sugar dissolves.
  3. Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and onions in the mixing bowl. Toss gently until well-coated.
  4. Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
  5. After chilling, taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For enhanced flavor, let the salad sit for a couple of hours. Use English cucumbers for the best crunch and slice uniformly.

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