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Cucumber and Onion Salad

A refreshing and crunchy salad made with fresh cucumbers and onions, perfect for summer meals or as a side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 80
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 2 cups cucumber sliced
  • 1 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar optional
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill chopped, optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers and red onion.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the dressing over the cucumber and onion mixture and toss to coat.
  4. If using, add the chopped dill and mix gently.
  5. Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This salad can be made a few hours in advance and stored in the refrigerator. The flavors improve as it sits.

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