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Dill Cucumber Salad (Gurkensalat) ~ Cool, refreshing, and crisp salad with sliced cucumbers and fresh dill in an easy vinegar-based dressing!

Dill Cucumber Salad (Gurkensalat)

Cool, refreshing, and crisp salad with sliced cucumbers and fresh dill in an easy vinegar-based dressing!
5 from 9 votes
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: German
Keyword: cucumber, dairy free, vegan, vegetarian
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Resting and Refrigeration Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 49kcal
Author: Holly Gray

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds cucumbers thinly sliced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1/4 teaspoon celery seed
  • 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill finely chopped

Instructions

  • Set a colander in the sink and add the cucumber slices. Sprinkle with salt and use your hands to gently toss. Let the cucumbers stand for 30 minutes then roll the cucumbers in a tea towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible. Transfer to a medium bowl.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, sugar, water, and celery seed. Pour over the sliced cucumbers. Add the red onion and dill; toss to coat.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour then serve cold.

Nutrition

Calories: 49kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.03g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 295mg | Potassium: 249mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 130IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 0.5mg
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