Cucumber Salad with Red Onion and Dill
This cucumber salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for summer. The cucumber is sliced thinly and tossed with red onion, dill, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper. The salad is light and refreshing, and the flavors of the cucumber, red onion, and dill complement each other perfectly.
Cucumber salad is a classic summer side dish that is enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a simple dish to make, and it can be tailored to your own taste preferences. This particular recipe for cucumber salad is inspired by the classic Russian salad, Olivier salad. Olivier salad is a popular dish in Russia, and it is typically made with potatoes, carrots, peas, and mayonnaise. This recipe for cucumber salad uses similar ingredients to Olivier salad, but it is lighter and more refreshing. The cucumber is sliced thinly, and the red onion and dill add a nice crunch and flavor. The apple cider vinegar and olive oil add a bit of acidity and richness, and the salt and pepper help to balance out the flavors.
Cucumber Salad with Red Onion and Dill Cucumber Salad with Red Onion and Dill Cucumber Salad with Red Onion and Dill Cucumber Salad with Red Onion and Dill
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 2
Ingredients
  • 1 English cucumber
  • 1/2 red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
  1. Slice the cucumber thinly.
  2. Thinly slice the red onion.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cucumber, red onion, dill, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  4. Toss to coat.
  5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.
Why It Works
  • The cucumber is sliced thinly, which helps it to absorb the flavors of the other ingredients.
  • The red onion and dill add a nice crunch and flavor to the salad.
  • The apple cider vinegar and olive oil add a bit of acidity and richness, and the salt and pepper help to balance out the flavors.