This Cucumber Salad Recipe is incredibly refreshing and full of nostalgia for us. It’s a beloved family recipe, created by someone close to our hearts, which makes it even more special. Each bite is crisp and fresh, with a touch of sweetness and a subtle hint of anise-like flavor from the dill.
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My mom would make this cucumber salad recipe every summer, and so do I. It goes so well with so many dishes. Everyone loves it for its simplicity. A must-make salad in my opinion.
Why I Love This Recipe
- Family recipe
- Easy and fast to make
- Refreshing on a hot day
- Great with BBQ
- Simple side dish
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Ingredients to make our Cucumber Salad
Recipe Ingredients
To make this salad, you’ll need only a few common ingredients:
Water and white wine vinegar – This is the base mixture where you’re going to soak the sliced cucumber in.
Sugar and salt – The sugar provides a hint of sweetness while salt enhances the overall flavor of this easy cucumber salad.
Cucumber – A thinly sliced cucumber is the king of the recipe. Any type would work, such as American or English cucumbers. We like it unpeeled, but you can peel it if preferred. You can run a fork down the side of the cucumber to make it look slightly fancy. The vinegar mixture also penetrates more so.
Dill – This herb is the queen of the recipe; it provides a licorice flavor that gives it a characteristic touch.
How to make our Cucumber Salad
In a large bowl, combine the water, vinegar, sugar, and salt. Stir well until the sugar and salt are fully dissolved.
Add the sliced cucumber and chopped fresh dill to the bowl. Gently toss everything together until evenly coated.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least a few hours, or overnight, to let the flavors develop.
Recipe Pro Tips!
Can you can cucumber salad?
No, you can’t can this salad as it’s not safe to do so. This recipe is meant to be refrigerated and consumed within 48 hours.
How far in advance can you make cucumber salad?
You can make this salad the day before serving it. It will soften and infuse the cucumber slices, making it even more enjoyable.
LOVE CUCUMBER AND WANT MORE?
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Cucumber Salad Recipe
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup white vinegar
- 3 Tbsp. sugar
- 1 tsp. salt
- 3 cups sliced cucumber
- 1 1/2 Tbsp. chopped fresh dill
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the water, vinegar, sugar, and salt. Stir well until the sugar and salt are fully dissolved.
- Add the sliced cucumber and chopped fresh dill to the bowl. Gently toss together until evenly coated.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least a few hours, or overnight, to let the flavors develop.
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