Ah, cucumber salad—a fresh, crisp, and simple side dish that goes with so many meals! There are lots of versions around the world, but here’s a classic, easy one:
Ingredients (for 4 servings)
- 2–3 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
- 2–3 tablespoons vinegar (white, apple cider, or wine vinegar)
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, balances the vinegar)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or sunflower oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh dill (optional)
Instructions
- Slice cucumbers thinly (you can use a mandoline for extra even slices).
- Mix vinegar, sugar, oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Toss cucumbers and onion in the dressing.
- Add dill if you like, and let it sit for 10–15 minutes for flavors to combine.
- Serve chilled—it’s super refreshing!
This salad is perfect with grilled meats, roasted dishes, or Hungarian meals like paprikás krumpli or hurka.
If you want, I can also give a creamy version that uses yogurt or sour cream—it’s rich and tangy, like the kind you often see in Eastern Europe. Do you want that?
