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Cucumber red onion salad with dill in a white bowl on a wooden table

Cucumber Red Onion Salad with Dill

This budget-friendly cucumber red onion salad with dill is crisp, tangy, and comes together in minutes. Perfect for summer cookouts or a quick side.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large English cucumbers or 3 medium garden cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill chopped
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. Slice the cucumbers and red onion into thin rounds using a sharp knife or mandoline.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, olive oil, sugar, salt, and pepper until the sugar dissolves.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, red onion, and chopped dill.
  4. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat.
  5. Let the salad sit at room temperature for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  6. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.