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Crisp cucumber salad with vinegar dill dressing in a wooden bowl, garnished with fresh dill

Cucumber Salad with Vinegar Dill Dressing

This vibrant cucumber salad with a tangy vinegar-dill dressing is crisp, refreshing, and perfect for meal prep. Ready in 20 minutes, it's a bold side dish that stays crunchy for days.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large English cucumbers about 1.5 lbs total, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 medium red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon salt for salting cucumbers
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Method
 

  1. Thinly slice the cucumbers and red onion. Place them in a colander set over a bowl or in the sink, sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt, and toss to coat. Let sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
  2. While the vegetables sit, make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, olive oil, chopped dill, honey, and black pepper until well combined.
  3. Rinse the salted cucumbers and onion under cold water to remove excess salt, then pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to remove moisture.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the dried vegetables with the dressing. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
  5. Let the salad marinate at room temperature for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Stir once more before serving.