This easy Pioneer Woman Cucumber Salad is a quick, refreshing side dish perfect for any meal. With simple ingredients like crunchy cucumbers, tangy apple cider vinegar, and fresh dill, it’s both light and flavorful. You can easily adjust the herbs or add a bit of sweetness to suit your taste!
Ingredients Needed
- 2 lbs. cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 5 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar
- 1 Tbsp. granulated sugar
- 4 tsp. kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
- 2 Tbsp. fresh dill or chives, chopped
How To Make Cucumber Salad
- Combine the Ingredients: In a medium bowl, mix together the cucumbers, red onion, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Toss gently to combine.
- Let it Marinate: Allow the salad to sit for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
- Add Fresh Herbs: Just before serving, stir in the fresh dill or chives for a burst of flavor.
Recipe Tips
- Use Firm Cucumbers: Choose firm cucumbers for the best texture in your salad. Soft cucumbers can become mushy after marinating.
- Slice Evenly: Slice the cucumbers and onions evenly to ensure consistent flavor in every bite.
- Let It Sit: Let the salad marinate for at least 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to blend and makes the salad taste even better.
- Adjust the Salt: If you find the salad too salty after marinating, you can add a little more vinegar or a pinch of sugar to balance it out.
- Add Fresh Herbs Last: Stir in fresh dill or chives right before serving to keep their flavor vibrant and fresh.
How To Store Leftovers
Put leftovers cumcumber salad in an airtight container in the fridge. It stays good for 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 1 cup)
- Calories: 374
- Total Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
- Sodium: 458mg
- Potassium: 316mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 14g
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Sugars: 6g
- Protein: 10g
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Pioneer Woman Cucumber Salad
Description
This easy Pioneer Woman Cucumber Salad is a quick, refreshing side dish perfect for any meal. With simple ingredients like crunchy cucumbers, tangy apple cider vinegar, and fresh dill, it’s both light and flavorful. You can easily adjust the herbs or add a bit of sweetness to suit your taste!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Combine the Ingredients: In a medium bowl, mix together the cucumbers, red onion, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Toss gently to combine.
- Let it Marinate: Allow the salad to sit for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
- Add Fresh Herbs: Just before serving, stir in the fresh dill or chives for a burst of flavor.
Notes
- Use Firm Cucumbers: Choose firm cucumbers for the best texture in your salad. Soft cucumbers can become mushy after marinating.
- Slice Evenly: Slice the cucumbers and onions evenly to ensure consistent flavor in every bite.
- Let It Sit: Let the salad marinate for at least 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to blend and makes the salad taste even better.
- Adjust the Salt: If you find the salad too salty after marinating, you can add a little more vinegar or a pinch of sugar to balance it out.
- Add Fresh Herbs Last: Stir in fresh dill or chives right before serving to keep their flavor vibrant and fresh.