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    Old Fashioned Cucumbers and Onions in Vinegar

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    Old Fashioned Cucumbers and Onions in Vinegar is an easy-to-make, light, simple side dish that's perfect for summer.

    There's no dairy so it's great to bring to potlucks and barbecues.

    old fashioned cucumbers and onions in vinegar in a bowl

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    why I love this easy old fashioned cucumbers and onion in vinegar

    • Easy to make - other than slicing the cucumbers and onion, this recipe really is just mixing together all of your ingredients. Minimal work for maximum flavor! It's a simple recipe that's easy to throw together.
    • Simple ingredients - you only need a few simple ingredients. This recipe doesn't require anything difficult to find. You can find all of these ingredients in most standard grocery stores.
    • Light and refreshing - with the crisp flavor of fresh cucumbers and no heavy dressing, it makes a perfect light and refreshing side dish. It's a great summer salad for a hot summer day.
    • Great for potlucks and barbecues - the recipe is naturally dairy-free so it's excellent for taking to potlucks and barbecues and not having to worry about a sour cream or mayo-based dressing. It's a great alternative to pasta salads as a side dish.
    • Make in advance - it's easy to make in advance. It actually tastes better once it's had a chance to marinate in the fridge for about 30 minutes so making it a little in advance helps!

    ingredients for easy old-fashioned cucumber salad

    • English cucumber - you'll want to use English or Persian cucumbers. Standard American cucumbers have a waxy exterior and hard seeds.
    • Red onion - be sure to slice it thin to help with some of the "bite" of raw onion
    • Rice vinegar - rice vinegar gives the best mild vinegar flavor
    • Honey - the honey adds a touch of sweetness to cut through the strong flavors of onion and vinegar
    • Kosher salt and ground black pepper - be sure to use coarse kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper for the best flavor
    • Fresh dill - fresh dill adds the perfect pickling flavor. I always recommend using fresh herbs in this.
    ingredients for old fashioned cucumbers and onions in vinegar

    how to make cucumber salad with dill

    Detailed instructions and measurements to make old fashioned cucumbers and onions in vinegar are listed in the recipe card at the bottom of this page.

    1. Slice the cucumber in thin slices. If you don't plan to marinate it for very long, try to go with thinner slices.
    sliced cucumbers on a cutting board

    2. Add the cucumbers to a medium mixing bowl.

    sliced cucumbers in a mixing bowl

    3. Slice the red onion very thin. The red onion will be raw, so be sure to get your slices as thin as possible.

    A sharp knife works just fine, but using a mandoline for this part works really well if you have one. Be careful as it's very easy to cut yourself using them.

    sliced red onions on a cutting board

    4. Add the thinly sliced red onion to the mixing bowl with the cucumber slices.

    sliced cucumbers and onions in a mixing bowl

    5. Add the rice vinegar, honey, kosher salt, and ground black pepper to the mixing bowl with the cucumber and red onion slices and mix to combine. Make sure everything is completely coated in the dressing.

    seasonings added to the mixing bowl with cucumbers and red onion

    6. Chop up the fresh dill. It doesn't have to be tiny, but be sure no one will be biting into a large chunk of dill. You want it to mix in well with the remaining ingredients.

    chopped fresh dill on a cutting board

    7. Add the fresh dill to the mixing bowl and thoroughly mix to combine. You can serve it immediately, but it's better after it's had about 30 minutes to marinate in the refrigerator.

    fresh dill added to the mixing bowl with onions and cucumbers

    What to serve with old-fashioned cucumbers and onions

    Cucumber salad goes really well with grilled food. My favorites are:

    • Smoked Ribs
    • Marinated Grilled Chicken
    • Coastal Marinated Grilled Chicken

    tips, tricks, and faqs for cucumber vinegar salad

    • Be sure to slice cucumbers thin. If you don't plan to let it marinate in the refrigerator at all, slice them extra thin.
    • A mandoline works really well for slicing the cucumbers and onion. Be careful when using it as it's very easy to cut yourself using one.
    Do I need to peel the cucumbers in the cucumber salad?

    If you use Persian or English cucumbers you do not need to peel them.

    Can I make vinegar dressing in advance?

    Yes, you can mix the vinegar dressing together in advance and then add the cucumbers and onion when you're ready to serve.

    Does cucumber salad have a strong vinegar taste?

    Yes, that's why the type of vinegar you use matters.

    old fashioned cucumbers and onions in vinegar in a bowl

    substitutions and alterations for this cucumber salad recipe

    • Rice vinegar - you can replace the rice vinegar with white wine vinegar or white balsamic vinegar. You could also use apple cider vinegar. I don't recommend using plain white vinegar.
    • Honey - Some people replace honey with white sugar. Sometimes even a cup sugar. I don't recommend this method. The sugar doesn't fully dissolve and can result in a gritty vinegar mixture.
    • Red onion - if you want to have a milder flavor of onion, you can replace the red onion with shallots. I don't recommend using white onion or Vidalia onion because their flavor is much stronger.
    • Add tomatoes - tomatoes make a great addition to this salad and will soak up all the delicious flavors of the dressing.
    • Add feta cheese - to add a little protein, feta cheese makes a great addition.
    • Add red pepper flakes - if you want a little bit of heat and spice in your cucumber salad, add some red pepper flakes to the dressing.

    how to store easy cucumber onion salad

    Cucumber and onion salad should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

    The flavors will marinate together the longer it sits in the fridge. Both the cucumbers and the onion will soften as it marinates.

    After 3 days, the cucumbers will lose their crisp, crunch.

    other side dishes you might like

    • Pineapple Pico de Gallo
    • Summer Corn Salad
    • Avocado Corn Salsa
    • Caprese Salad
    • Summer Pasta Salad
    old fashioned cucumbers and onions in vinegar in a bowl

    Old Fashioned Cucumbers and Onions in Vinegar

    Old Fashioned Cucumbers and Onions in Vinegar is an easy-to-make, light, simple side dish that's perfect for summer. There's no dairy so it's great to bring to potlucks and barbecues.
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Total Time 10 mins
    Course Appetizer, Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 2 people
    Calories 41 kcal
    Protein 1 g

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
    • 1 tablespoon honey
    • 1 whole english cucumber thinly sliced
    • ¼ large red onion thinly sliced
    • 2 tablespoons fresh dill chopped
    • ½ teaspoon coarse kosher salt or to taste
    • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper or to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Slice the cucumber in thin slices. If you don't plan to marinate it for very long, try to go with thinner slices.
    • Add the cucumbers to a medium mixing bowl.
    • Slice the red onion very thin. The red onion will be raw, so be sure to get your slices as thin as possible. Using a mandoline for this part works really well if you have one, but be careful as it's very easy to cut yourself using them.
    • Add the thinly sliced red onion to the mixing bowl with the cucumber slices.
    • Add the rice vinegar, honey, kosher salt, and ground black pepper to the mixing bowl with the cucumber and red onion slices and mix to combine. Make sure everything is completely coated in the dressing.
    • Chop up the fresh dill. It doesn't have to be tiny, but be sure no one will be biting into a large chunk of dill. You want it to mix in well with the remaining ingredients.
    • Add the fresh dill to the mixing bowl and thoroughly mix to combine. You can serve it immediately, but it's better after it's had about 30 minutes to marinate in the refrigerator.

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    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Old Fashioned Cucumbers and Onions in Vinegar
    Serving Size
     
    0.5 entire dish
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    41
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    1
    g
    2
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    6
    %
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    Sodium
     
    583
    mg
    25
    %
    Potassium
     
    33
    mg
    1
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    10
    g
    3
    %
    Fiber
     
    1
    g
    4
    %
    Sugar
     
    9
    g
    10
    %
    Protein
     
    1
    g
    2
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    33
    IU
    1
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    1
    mg
    1
    %
    Calcium
     
    7
    mg
    1
    %
    Iron
     
    1
    mg
    6
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy. It should only be used for estimation purposes and is not a guarantee of any kind. Nutritional information varies widely between brands and types of ingredients used.

    It is recommended that you calculate the nutritional information based on your own ingredients and brands used. Sweetly Splendid, LLC makes no guarantees as to the exact nutrition information.

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