Ingredients:

  • 2 large English cucumbers, thinly sliced (approximately 600g / 21 oz)
  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced (approximately 30g / 1 oz)
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped (approximately 10g / 0.35 oz)
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar (60 ml / 2 fl oz)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (30g / 1 oz)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (30 ml / 1 fl oz)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (5g / 0.18 oz)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (3g / 0.1 oz)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (1g / 0.03 oz)

Instructions:

  1. Thinly slice the cucumbers and red onion.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the white vinegar, sugar, vegetable oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until the sugar is dissolved.
  3. In the large mixing bowl, gently toss the sliced cucumbers, red onion, and chopped dill. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
  4. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours, to allow the flavors to meld. Stir occasionally.
  5. Serve chilled and enjoy! This cucumber salad recipe is best served fresh.