{"id":"c3e0bece-0fb5-4d1f-ad58-5c8d1451bdbe","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/c3e0bece-0fb5-4d1f-ad58-5c8d1451bdbe","source_url":"https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a43297078/cucumber-salad-recipe/","title":"Cucumber Salad","description":"The humble cucumber takes center stage in this classic cucumber salad recipe, tossed in a bright and fresh vinaigrette.","servings":6,"servings_text":"6 - 8 serving(s)","prep_time":"PT30M","cook_time":"PT0S","total_time":"PT1H","ingredients":[{"text":"1 small red onion, halved lengthwise, thinly sliced","item":"small red onion, halved lengthwise","quantity":1,"preparation":"thinly sliced"},{"text":"2 lb. Persian or English cucumbers, cut into 1/4\"-thick rounds","item":"Persian or English cucumbers, cut into 1/4\"-thick rounds","quantity":2,"unit":"lb"},{"text":"2 1/4 tsp. (or more) kosher salt, divided","item":"(or more) kosher salt","quantity":2.25,"unit":"tsp","preparation":"divided"},{"text":"2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil","item":"extra-virgin olive oil","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 tbsp. apple cider vinegar","item":"apple cider vinegar","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice","item":"fresh lemon juice","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 tbsp. whole-grain mustard","item":"whole-grain mustard","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 tsp. honey","item":"honey","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1/4 tsp. black pepper","item":"black pepper","quantity":0.25,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes (optional)","item":"crushed red pepper flakes","quantity":0.25,"unit":"tsp","preparation":"optional"},{"text":"1/3 c. chopped fresh dill","item":"chopped fresh dill","quantity":0.3333333333333333,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1/4 c. thinly sliced chives","item":"thinly sliced chives","quantity":0.25,"unit":"cup"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"Place onions in a small bowl of ice water; let soak 15 minutes."},{"number":2,"text":"Meanwhile, place cucumbers in a salad spinner or colander set over a bowl, then toss with 2 teaspoons salt. Let sit, tossing occasionally, until cucumbers release their water, about 15 minutes."},{"number":3,"text":"In a small bowl, mix oil, vinegar, lemon juice, mustard, honey, black pepper, red pepper (if using), and 1/4 teaspoon salt."},{"number":4,"text":"Remove excess water from cucumbers with salad spinner or by blotting with paper towels, then transfer to a large bowl. Drain onions and add to bowl, along with dressing, dill, and chives. Toss well to combine. Let sit until salad absorbs some of the dressing, about 15 minutes; season with more salt, if needed."},{"number":5,"text":"Make Ahead: Salad can be assembled 2 days ahead. Store in an airtight container and refrigerate. Serve cold."}],"date_published":"2026-10-29T23:52:20.720091+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-29T23:52:20.720091+00:00"}