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Overhead view of marinated cucumber salad with fresh herbs in a glass bowl.

Marinated Cucumber Salad with Fresh Herbs

This sweet-tangy marinated cucumber salad with fresh herbs and onion is the ultimate meal-prep lunch. Make it ahead, and it stays crisp and flavorful all week.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large English cucumbers about 2 lbs, thinly sliced
  • 1 small red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, sugar, salt, pepper, and olive oil until sugar is dissolved.
  2. Add sliced cucumbers and red onion to the bowl. Toss well to coat with dressing.
  3. Add chopped dill and parsley, and toss again.
  4. Let the salad rest at room temperature for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  5. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to serve. Serve chilled or at room temperature.