Cucumber Vinegar Salad

Cucumber Vinegar Salad is a crisp, tangy side dish that’s both refreshing and simple. With just a few ingredients, it brings cool crunch and zesty flavor to any meal. This salad is perfect for summer cookouts, light lunches, or as a palate-cleansing side to richer mains.

Ingredients

Serves 4–6

• 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced

• 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced

• 1/4 cup white vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)

• 1 tablespoon sugar (adjust to taste)

• 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional for extra richness)

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill or parsley (optional)

Directions

1. Prepare the Vegetables:
   Wash and thinly slice the cucumbers. Thinly slice the red onion and set both aside.

2. Make the Dressing:
   In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, sugar, olive oil (if using), salt, and pepper until sugar dissolves.

3. Combine:
   In a mixing bowl, add cucumbers and red onions. Pour the vinegar dressing over them and toss well to coat.

4. Chill:
   Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

5. Serve:
   Garnish with chopped dill or parsley before serving, if desired. Serve chilled.

 Nutrition (Per Serving — Approx.):

• Calories: 45 kcal

• Carbohydrates: 6g

• Protein: 1g

• Fat: 2g (with olive oil)

• Fiber: 1g

• Sugar: 3g