The Best Cucumber Salad Recipe
Cucumber salad is a refreshing dish that’s as nourishing as it is simple to prepare. Made from crisp cucumbers, often mixed with onions, tomatoes, or herbs, and dressed with a light vinaigrette or yogurt-based sauce, it’s a go-to option for a healthy meal or side dish.
Cucumbers, the star ingredient, are packed with water (over 95%) making them excellent for hydration. They are also low in calories but rich in essential nutrients like vitamins K, C, and potassium. These nutrients support bone health, boost immunity, and help regulate blood pressure.
Adding cucumbers to your diet can aid in digestion due to their high fiber content, particularly when consumed with the skin. The antioxidants found in cucumbers, including beta-carotene and flavonoids, help combat oxidative stress, reducing the risk of chronic diseases.
I have written a complete and easy-to-follow guided recipe on making the best cucumber salad. This cucumber salad recipe is meant to be easy to both make and enjoy. Below is the recipe.
Cucumber Salad Recipe
Equipment
- Sharp knife
- measuring cup
Ingredients
- Cucumbers: 2 large thinly sliced
- Red onion: 1/2 thinly sliced
- Fresh dill: 2 tablespoons chopped
- White vinegar: 1/4 cup
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Sugar: 1 tablespoon
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
- Optional: 1 clove garlic minced
Instructions
- Prepare the Cucumbers: Slice the cucumbers thinly using a sharp knife or a mandoline for even slices. Place them in a mixing bowl.
- Add Red Onion: Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl with the cucumbers.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the white vinegar, olive oil, sugar, salt, and black pepper until the sugar is dissolved.
- Combine: Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and onions. Add the chopped dill and, if desired, the minced garlic. Toss everything together until well-coated.
- Chill: Let the salad sit in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve: Stir the salad once more before serving. Enjoy as a refreshing side dish or appetizer.
Nutrition
Cucumber salad is also versatile. It can be enhanced with a squeeze of lemon for added vitamin C, or a sprinkle of dill, which has antibacterial properties. Whether enjoyed on its own or as a complement to grilled dishes, cucumber salad is a delicious way to boost your health while savoring a light, crisp taste of summer.
