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Perfect Cucumber Salad

Perfect Cucumber Salad: Refreshingly Crisp for Summer Bliss

Perfect Cucumber Salad is a refreshing summer dish made with crisp cucumbers, zesty red onion, and fragrant dill.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 3 medium Cucumbers Fresh, peel and seed for a tender bite.
  • 1 medium Red Onion Slice thin for even distribution.
  • 1 bunch Fresh Dill Enhances refreshing taste.
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup White Vinegar Swap for rice vinegar if preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar Can substitute with honey or maple syrup.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust for taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Season according to preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Optional for extra flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Use for smoother dressing.
  • 1 teaspoon Celery Seed Optional for a hint of earthy flavor.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Sharp knife or mandoline
  • Whisk

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Wash the cucumbers thoroughly under cool water. Peel if necessary and slice thinly.
  2. Sprinkle salt over the cucumbers and let sit for 30 minutes to drain excess moisture.
  3. Combine white vinegar, sugar, black pepper, garlic powder, and celery seed in a bowl and whisk until dissolved.
  4. Pat cucumbers dry, add red onion and dill, then pour dressing over and toss gently.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, allow the salad to chill for at least one hour. Adding delicate ingredients just before serving helps preserve their flavor.

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