Fresh Cucumber Salad

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Fresh Cucumber Salad
10 min.
10
87kcal

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This fresh cucumber salad is the perfect side dish for any occasion! It's vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free, making it inclusive for a wide range of dietary preferences and restrictions. With a simple combination of cucumbers, sugar, vinegar, and optional dill, this recipe comes together in just 10 minutes and yields 10 servings, making it ideal for feeding a crowd.

The result is a crisp, refreshing salad with a delicate balance of sweet and tangy flavors. The cucumbers provide a crunchy texture, while the sugar and vinegar create a delightful dressing that enhances the natural flavors of the vegetables. The optional dill adds a subtle herbal note that complements the other ingredients beautifully.

This salad is incredibly versatile and can be served alongside grilled meats, fish, or vegetarian dishes. It's perfect for picnics, potlucks, and backyard barbecues. The longer it sits, the more the flavors develop, so it's an excellent make-ahead option for busy cooks. Impress your family and friends with this simple yet delightful cucumber salad that's sure to become a staple in your recipe repertoire.

Ingredients

  • medium cucumber sliced
  • cup sugar 
  • 0.8 cup water 
  • 0.5 cup vinegar white
  • tablespoons optional: dill fresh minced

Equipment

  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Place cucumbers in a 1-1/2- or 2-qt. glass container. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, shake remaining ingredients until combined.
  2. Pour over cucumbers. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  3. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts

Calories87kcal
Protein1.64%
Fat1.66%
Carbs96.7%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15.01
Glycemic Load
14.1
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.3373913279046%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:86.58kcal
4.33%
Fat:0.16g
0.25%
Saturated Fat:0.01g
0.05%
Carbohydrates:21.24g
7.08%
Net Carbohydrates:20.81g
7.57%
Sugar:20.8g
23.11%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:2.62mg
0.11%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Protein:0.36g
0.72%
Vitamin K:4.34µg
4.13%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.67%
Vitamin C:2.03mg
2.46%
Copper:0.05mg
2.4%
Potassium:83.55mg
2.39%
Folate:8.62µg
2.16%
Magnesium:7.61mg
1.9%
Fiber:0.42g
1.7%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.55%
Vitamin B5:0.15mg
1.45%
Phosphorus:13.25mg
1.33%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.25%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.13%
Vitamin A:52.68IU
1.05%
Calcium:10.19mg
1.02%