Cucumber Salad with Fresh Dill

Summary

Yield
Servings
Source

CAP Flyer

Prep time20 minutes
RecipesAppetizers

Description

This simple, classic summer salad has lots of crunch and holds up well for picnics. Its tangy, pickle-like flavor tastes delicious with dark breads, hearty sandwiches or burgers. Use smaller, tender cucumbers for their thinner, less-bitter skin and seeds.  Prep time 20 minutes, plus two hours chill time before serving.

Ingredients

1⁄3Cupcider vinegar
3Tablespoonwater
3 onions (small, white - peeled and thinly julienned)
2Teaspoonsugar (optional)
1Teaspoongarlic (fresh, minced (optional))
1⁄2Cupdill (fresh, chopped)
3 cucumber (small, thinly sliced)

Instructions

In a glass or stainless steel bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers and onions. Sprinkle with a large pinch of salt, mix well and let it all stand in a cool place for 10-15 minutes.

Add the cider vinegar, 3 tablespoons of water and chopped dill to the cucumber mix. Toss all ingredients together well and marinate them in the refrigerator for a few hours. Serve cool and enjoy!
 

Notes

Great for Summer!