Classic Cucumber Salad with Dill and Vinegar
Classic Cucumber Salad with Dill and Vinegar is a refreshing and vibrant dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer. This salad combines crisp cucumbers, tangy white vinegar, and aromatic dill, making it an ideal side for barbecues, picnics, or a light lunch. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, it’s a nostalgic favorite that will elevate any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No cooking involved
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups sliced cucumbers (about 2 medium cucumbers)
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 1/3 cup white vinegar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash cucumbers under cold water, then slice thinly (about 1/8 inch thick) using a sharp knife or mandoline.
- In a small bowl, whisk together white vinegar, olive oil, sugar, salt, and pepper until well combined. Adjust seasoning if desired.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss sliced cucumbers with chopped dill. Pour the dressing over them and mix gently to coat evenly.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
- Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 2/3 cup (100g)
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 98mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg