This is it. The holy grail of cucumber salads. It’s incredibly simple, ridiculously refreshing, and bursting with flavor. This recipe strikes the perfect balance between tangy, sweet, and herbaceous, making it the ideal side dish for any meal. Trust us, once you try this cucumber salad, you’ll never need another recipe again.
Instructions:
Prep the cucumbers: Give your cucumbers a good wash and pat them dry. For this recipe, we recommend leaving the skin on for added texture and color. Thinly slice the cucumbers using a mandoline or a sharp knife. If you’re feeling fancy, try using a vegetable peeler to create long, elegant cucumber ribbons.
Tackle the onion: Thinly slice the red onion. To mellow out its sharp bite, place the slices in a bowl of ice water and let them soak for about 10 minutes. This will take the edge off without sacrificing the onion’s satisfying crunch. Drain and pat dry before adding to the salad.
Whip up the simple dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. This light and tangy dressing perfectly complements the cool cucumbers and adds a touch of sweetness.
Combine and chill: In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, drained red onion slices, and fresh dill. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Let the flavors meld: Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or even better, a couple of hours. This allows the flavors to meld and the cucumbers to soak up the delicious dressing.
Ingredients:
2 large cucumbers
1/2 red onion
1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Recipe Note: Feel free to customize this recipe to your liking! Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat, or swap out the dill for other fresh herbs like parsley, mint, or chives. You can also add thinly sliced bell peppers or halved cherry tomatoes for extra color and flavor.
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