cucumber salad

 

 The Coolest Cucumber: A Refreshing and Simple Summer Salad

Summer heat got you down? Craving something light, crisp, and bursting with flavor? Look no further than this amazing cucumber salad! This recipe is the perfect way to celebrate the humble cucumber, transforming it into a delightful and versatile side dish.

 

Why You'll Love This Cucumber Salad

 

Simple and Refreshing: Just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep work come together to create a cool and flavorful salad.

Super Versatile: This salad is a chameleon! Enjoy it alongside grilled meats, fish, or chicken. It's also fantastic on its own as a light lunch or afternoon snack.

Customizable: Don't be afraid to get creative! Add your favorite chopped herbs, swap the vinegar for lemon juice, or throw in some crumbled feta cheese for a salty kick.

Ingredients:

 

2 English cucumbers (or 1 regular cucumber), thinly sliced

1/2 red onion, thinly sliced

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 tablespoons white wine vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)

1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1/2 teaspoon dried dill)

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Optional Ingredients:

1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint

1 clove garlic, minced

 

Instructions:

In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers and red onion.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, dill, salt, and pepper.

Pour the dressing over the cucumber and onion mixture and toss gently to coat.

Optional: If using, stir in the feta cheese, mint, or garlic.

Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled.

Tips: For an extra crisp salad, salt the sliced cucumbers and let them sit for 10 minutes before adding the dressing. This will draw out some of the moisture, resulting in a firmer cucumber.

Don't like raw onion? Briefly soak the sliced onion in cold water for 10 minutes to mellow the flavor.

Leftovers? This salad will keep well in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

So ditch the boring side salad and embrace the cool, refreshing power of cucumber! This simple recipe is sure to become a summertime staple.