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Bright onion cucumber salad with fresh herbs in a white bowl

Bright Onion Cucumber Salad with Fresh Herbs

A crisp, budget-friendly cucumber salad with tangy onions and fresh herbs. Perfect for summer meals or as a quick side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large English cucumbers or 3 medium garden cucumbers
  • 1 medium red onion
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar plus more for soaking
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Pinch of sugar optional

Method
 

  1. Slice cucumbers into thin rounds or half-moons. Place in a large bowl.
  2. Thinly slice red onion into rings. Place in a small bowl and cover with white vinegar. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  3. Chop fresh dill and parsley finely.
  4. Drain onions (reserve vinegar). Add onions to cucumbers along with herbs.
  5. In a small jar, combine 3 tablespoons reserved vinegar, olive oil, salt, pepper, and sugar if using. Shake well.
  6. Pour dressing over salad and toss gently. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes for best flavor.