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Cucumber Salad

By: Author Austin Carter

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Cucumber Salad
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Are you craving a fresh and zesty addition to your meal lineup? Look no further than this quick and tasty cucumber salad! Bursting with crispness and vibrant flavors, this recipe is a delightful way to elevate any dining experience. It’s not just a salad—it’s a refreshing sensation that takes mere minutes to prepare and delivers a symphony of tastes with every bite.

This simple yet flavorful salad combines the crunch of cucumbers, the subtle bite of red onion, and a harmonious blend of herbs and dressing that’ll tantalize your taste buds. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue, need a light side for dinner, or simply want a healthy snack, this cucumber salad is the perfect answer. Get ready to embark on a journey of crispness and tanginess that’s easy to make and incredibly satisfying.

How to Cut Cucumber for Salad?

To prepare cucumber for salad, you can follow these simple steps:

Cut Cucumber Spears:

  1. Slice the cucumber in half lengthwise.
  2. Optionally, use the tip of a spoon to scrape out the seeds.
  3. Cut the halves in half lengthwise, resulting in four total spears.
  4. Adjust length by cutting the spears widthwise for smaller pieces.
  1. Adjust Size (Optional):
    • If desired, further cut cucumber spears in half lengthwise to achieve the desired size.

Dicing Cucumber:

  1. Start by chopping off both ends of the cucumber.
  2. Cut the cucumber in half, creating two shorter pieces for easier handling.
  3. Slice each piece lengthwise down the center, resulting in 4 halves, each with a flat side.
  4. Place all the cucumber pieces flat sides down on a cutting board.
  5. Cut these pieces lengthwise down the center again, producing cucumber quarters.
  6. Lay the cucumber quarters flat side by side on the cutting board and cut them across into thin diced pieces.

Julienning Cucumber:

  1. Begin by cutting off both ends of the cucumber.
  2. Divide the cucumber into 3 to 4 smaller pieces.
  3. Make one piece stand up vertically and slice down one side to create a flat side; repeat for each piece.
  4. Place the cucumber pieces flat side down on the cutting board.
  5. Cut thin slices lengthwise, creating about 6 to 8 thin slices for each piece.
  6. Stack these slices on top of each other and cut them into matchstick-shaped cucumber pieces.

These straightforward steps will help you efficiently prepare diced and julienned cucumber for your salad.

Cucumber Salad: A Cool, Crisp, and Refreshing Recipe

Quick and Tasty Cucumber Salad Recipe

Featuring fresh dill, onions, and a sweet, tangy dressing, this cucumber salad recipe is one of the simplest summer side dishes, and if you ask me, it’s also one of the best.
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Course: Salad
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooling Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Calories: 80kcal
Author: Austin Carter
Servings: 4 people

Equipment

  • 1 Knife and chopping board
  • 1 Colander
  • 1 Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Small Bowl
  • 1 Whisk
  • 1 Measuring Spoons
  • 1 Plastic Wrap

Ingredients

  • 2 Cucumbers thinly sliced
  • 1 Red Onion thinly sliced
  • 2 Scallions thinly chopped
  • 3 tbsp Fresh Dill chopped
  • 1 tbsp Salt
  • 1½ tbsp Vinegar
  • 2 tsp Honey
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • Freshly Ground Black Pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Add the sliced cucumber to a colander and toss with the salt. 
  • Set the colander in your sink or on a plate, as the salt will pull liquid from the cucumbers. Let this sit for a few minutes, then rinse the cucumber with cold water.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, olive oil, honey, chopped dill, salt, and pepper to form the dressing.
  • In a larger bowl, toss the cucumber slices, sliced red onions, and chopped scallions together.
  • Pour the dressing over the cucumber and onion mixture. Gently toss to ensure the dressing coats all the veggies evenly.
  • Cover the bowl and let the flavors meld together in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before serving.
  • Just before serving, give it a quick toss again and garnish with a sprig of fresh dill, if desired

Notes

  1. For an extra kick, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes or a splash of lemon juice to the dressing.
  2. Feel free to experiment! Cherry tomatoes or crumbled feta cheese can be excellent additions to this salad.

Nutrition

Calories: 80kcal
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Nutritional Facts (per serving):

NutrientAmount Per Serving
Calories80 kcal
Total Fat0g
Sodium10mg
Total Carbohydrates12g
Dietary Fiber2g
Sugars6g
Protein2g

What to Serve with Cucumber Salad?

What to Serve with Cucumber Salad

Think of cucumber salad as the cheerful sidekick that jazzes up your meal! Here’s how it steals the show:

  1. Grilled Skirt Steak Recipe.
  2. BBQ Shrimp
  3. Reuben Sandwich
  4. Bagel and Lox
  5. Southern Red Beans and Rice
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