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Thai cucumber salad with chili flakes and crushed peanuts

Name: Cucumber Salad

Summary: This crisp, refreshing cucumber salad is made with sliced cucumbers, red onion, fresh dill, and a light tangy-sweet dressing. It’s quick, easy, and perfect as a side dish for any summer meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 60
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients:
  • 2 large cucumbers thinly sliced
  • 1/2 small red onion thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
  • 1/4 cup white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon sugar or honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • Equipment:
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spoon or tongs

Method
 

  1. Instructions:
  2. Slice the cucumbers thinly and place them in a large bowl.
  3. Add the thinly sliced red onion and chopped fresh dill.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, olive oil, sugar or honey, salt, and pepper.
  5. Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss gently to coat.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
  7. Stir again before serving.

Notes

Notes:
For extra flavor, add 1 tablespoon of sour cream for a creamy style.
English cucumbers work best since they have fewer seeds and thinner skin.
Feel free to adjust the sugar to taste depending on your preference.