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Crunchy Cucumber Salad

Crunchy Cucumber Salad

This crunchy cucumber salad is fresh, simple, and full of flavor. A quick homemade dressing keeps the cucumbers crisp and makes this an easy side dish for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Asian-inspired
Calories: 85
Ingredients Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium cucumbers English or Persian cucumbers work best — less bitter, fewer seeds
  • 1 teaspoon fine salt for drawing out moisture, not seasoning
  • 1/2 small red onion thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar or rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar or honey
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil optional, for a rounder flavor
  • Fresh dill or mint chopped
  • Cracked black pepper to taste

Notes

For the crunchiest cucumber salad, slice the cucumbers thinly and serve immediately after tossing with the dressing. If preparing ahead, keep the dressing separate and combine just before serving to prevent the cucumbers from becoming watery.