Old Fashioned Cucumber Salad Recipe
Old fashioned cucumber salad with its classic flavors, makes it a favorite among those who love the cucumber onion vinegar sugar recipe.
Servings: 4 servings
Cost: $4
Equipment
- 1 mandoline slicer (optional)
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons white sugar
- 1 teaspoon dried dill weed (or fresh dill)
- 1-2 large seedless cucumbers (English or Persian cucumbers)
- ½ large red onion (or sweet onion)
Instructions
- Mix the water, vinegar, and sugar until the sugar dissolves. Add the dill weed.
- Use a mandoline slicer or kitchen knife to thinly slice the cucumber and red onion to about ⅛ inch thick (about 2 millimeters). Peeling the cucumber is optional.
- Add the cucumbers and onions to the water/vinegar mixture. Let them marinate for at least 2 hours or up to 4 days in the refrigerator.
Notes
Tips:
- To get the best results, try using English cucumbers or Persian cucumbers, as they have fewer seeds and a crisper texture.
- If you prefer a milder flavor, you can use Vidalia or sweet onions instead.
- Use a sharp knife or a mandolin slicer to achieve consistently thin slices of cucumbers and onions. Uniform slices not only look more appealing but also ensure an even distribution of flavors.
- Allow the salad to marinate in the refrigerator before serving. This gives the cucumbers and onions time to absorb the tangy vinegar dressing.