Classic Fresh Cucumber Salad

Name: Classic Fresh Cucumber Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 large English cucumbers, thinly sliced; 1/2 red onion, very thinly sliced; 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar; 2 tablespoons water; 2 tablespoons white sugar; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped

This crisp and cooling cucumber salad is the perfect light side dish for a warm summer day.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 American· August 17, 2026

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Prep

15 minutes

Cook

0 minutes

Total

1 hour 15 minutes

Serves

There is nothing quite as refreshing as a cold cucumber salad when the sun is shining. It is one of those simple dishes that everyone loves because it is light, crunchy, and pairs perfectly with just about any grilled meat or main course you decide to serve.

My biggest tip for this one is to slice your cucumbers as thin as you possibly can. If you have a mandoline slicer, go ahead and use it, but a sharp knife works just as well. Keeping the slices thin helps them absorb all that lovely dressing.

🧺 Ingredients

2 large English cucumbers, thinly sliced
1/2 red onion, very thinly sliced
1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Place your thinly sliced cucumbers and red onions in a large mixing bowl.
2
In a small jar or bowl, whisk together the vinegar, water, sugar, salt, and pepper until the sugar has fully dissolved.
3
Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and onions, tossing everything together until well coated.
4
Stir in the fresh dill and cover the bowl with plastic wrap.
5
Place the bowl in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving so the flavors can mingle.
6
Give the salad a quick toss before serving it cold.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days. Keep in mind that the cucumbers will release more water as they sit, so you might want to use a slotted spoon when serving.

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