This cucumber dill salad is fresh sliced cucumbers, red onions and plenty of dill, all tossed together in a homemade dressing. A super easy side dish that is perfect for those hot summer days!
1poundcucumbersthinly sliced, I prefer English cucumbers
2teaspoonsgranulated sugar
1 1/2teaspoonskosher salt
1/2cupred onionvery thinly sliced
1/4cupfresh dillcoarsely chopped
2tablespoonsapple cider vinegar
1/4teaspoonblack pepper
2tablespoonsolive oil
Instructions
Place the cucumbers in a large bowl. Add the sugar and salt and toss to combine. Let the cucumbers sit for 5-7 minutes. Drain off any excess liquid.
Add the red onion and dill to the bowl with the cucumbers.
In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, black pepper and olive oil.
Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and gently mix until well combined.
Let the salad sit for 10 minutes, then serve immediately, or refrigerate for later use.
Notes
I typically use English cucumbers for this salad as the skins are thin and the seeds are soft. Persian cucumbers are also a good choice. If you use standard waxy cucumbers, I recommend removing the peel and scooping out the seeds.
Cucumber salad will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Store it in an airtight container for best results.