Description
A refreshing and tangy cucumber and onion salad marinated in vinegar, perfect for summer barbecues and picnics.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers thinly sliced
- 1 medium onion thinly sliced
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional herbs (like dill or parsley) to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the cucumbers and onions.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the white vinegar, water, sugar, salt, and black pepper until dissolved.
- Pour the vinegar mixture over the cucumbers and onions, ensuring they are well coated.
- Add optional herbs if desired, and mix well.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
For an extra kick, add red pepper flakes or experiment with different herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Marinating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 45 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 390 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: cucumber and onions in vinegar, cucumber salad, pickled cucumbers, summer salad