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    Home » Salads and Salad Dressings » Cucumbers and Onions in Vinegar

    Cucumbers and Onions in Vinegar

    Published: Jul 2, 2019 · by Anne · This post may contain affiliate links · 18 Comments

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    Cucumbers with onions and vinegar in a white bowl

    Cucumbers and onions in vinegar is a combination of  crispy cucumbers and onions in a tangy yet slightly sweet vinegar. It’s a classic summer side dish that can be made in minutes.

    Cucumbers are low in calories and full of nutrients and water. They are cool, hydrating and nutritious which makes this salad perfect for a simple side dish.

    Even though this salad reminds me of summer, it tastes great with Swedish Meatballs any time of the year.

    cucumbers with onions and vinegar salad in a bowl

    Recipe Highlights

    It’s a simple recipe filled with fresh flavor and fresh ingredients.

    There are only Seven healthy ingredients!

    It’s the perfect recipe to make ahead of time and will keep in your refrigerator for up to a week.

    cucumber and onion salad in a bowl witha spoon

    Here is what you will need

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    Some of the simplest recipes are the best and cucumbers in vinegar is no exception. The ingredient list is a short one. Here is what you will need to make this salad:

    Fresh sliced cucumbers
    Red or white onions
    Apple Cider or White Vinegar
    Sea Salt
    Coconut Sugar
    Fresh dill
    Ground pepper

    the Ingredients: cucumbers onions sea salt and coconut sugar

    Here is how to make it

    Please note that this a list of steps to give you an idea how to make this recipe. Full details are in the recipe card below.

    1. Slice the cucumbers and onions, place them in a mixing bowl, and sprinkle them with sea salt and sugar. Gently stir them until they are coated in the sugar/salt.
    2. Allow the cucumber and onion mixture to sit at room temperature until the cucumbers release water, and stir in the vinegar.
    3. Top the salad with fresh chopped dill and freshly ground pepper, adjust the salt and sugar to your taste and enjoy!

    Estimated Time To Make This Recipe: 35 to 45 minutes (includes time for cucumbers to sit in the brine)

    A close up of cucumber in a whilte bowl with onions

    Cucumbers and Onions with Vinegar Tips and Variations

    • The best type of cucumber to use in this salad is the standard slicing cucumber or pickling cucumber.
    • Don’t peel the cucumbers completely. The skin is where most of the nutrients are. If the skin seems tough peel strips off leaving part of the skin on.
    • The cucumbers should release enough water to dilute the vinegar, if you need to adjust the taste, add a few tablespoons of water.
    • Red onions can be substituted with Vidalia onions, which are a little bit sweeter than red onions
    • Change up the Cucumbers and replace them with thinly sliced zucchini
    • Change up the vinegar, replace the white vinegar with red or apple cider vinegar
    • Store cucumbers with vinegar and onions the refrigerator for up to a week.
    cucumbers and onions in a bowl with fresh dill

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      cucumbers and onions sliced thin in a white bowl

      Cucumbers and Onions in Vinegar

      Cucumbers and onions in vinegar is a combination of  crispy cucumbers and onions in a tangy yet slightly sweet vinegar. It’s a classic summer side dish that can be made in minutes.

      Ingredients

      • 3  medium cucumbers
      • 1 medium red onion
      • 1 tablespoon sea salt
      • ¾  tablespoon coconut sugar
      • ½ cup apple cider vinegar or white wine vinegar
      • 2 tablespoons fresh chopped dill
      • pepper to taste

      Instructions

      1. with a sharp knife or mandolin slice the cucumbers and onions very thin
      2. place the onions and cucumbers into a bowl; sprinkle with 1 tablespoon sea salt and ¾ tablespoon sugar and mix well
      3. set the mixture aside for at least one hour to allow the cucumbers to release water
      4. add the vinegar and stir – adjust the salad with salt, pepper and sugar to taste
      5. top them with fresh dill

      Notes

      • Red onions can be substituted with vadilia onions.
      • Change up the vinegar, replace the apple cider vinegar with red or white vinegar
      • The cucumbers should release enough water to dilute the vinegar, if you need to adjust the taste, add a few tablespoons of water.

      Nutrition information is provided by Nutrifox,  an online calculator and is meant to be used for informational purposes only.  Even though I try to provide accurate information, these figures should still be considered as estimates.

      Nutrition Information:
      Yield: 4
      Amount Per Serving: Calories: 0Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 0mgCarbohydrates: 0gFiber: 0gSugar: 0gProtein: 0g

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        Comments

        1. Chef Dennis

          July 09, 2019 at 7:45 pm

          what a healthy and fresh salad! I printed out your recipe so I can make it this weekend. There are so many cucumbers in my garden it will be a great way to use them up!

          Reply
          • anne

            July 14, 2019 at 12:25 pm

            I have the same problem with the cucumbers!

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        2. Leslie

          July 10, 2019 at 10:35 am

          What a great way to use up those summer veggies! This is perfect for any summer gathering as well! YUM!

          Reply
        3. Aleta

          July 10, 2019 at 10:52 pm

          Sometimes the most simple recipes are simply the best! This zesty cucumber and onions in vinegar recipe is perfect for summer time! I can see myself making this for bbq’s and parties. Thanks for sharing!

          Reply
        4. Mama Maggie's Kitchen

          July 11, 2019 at 5:34 pm

          Wow! This Cucumber salad looks refreshing! I should try making this for my husband.

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        5. Anna

          July 12, 2019 at 1:21 pm

          Cucumber salad is a must in my house during summer months, it’s just sooo refreshing and cooling, perfect on a hot day! Fresh dill goes beautifully with cucumber, and it’s one of my favourite herbs! Great job, thanks for sharing!

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          • anne

            July 14, 2019 at 12:24 pm

            You are welcome Anna!

            Reply
        6. Julie

          July 12, 2019 at 5:06 pm

          This will go over so well in our house — my 4 year old loves pickles and any sort of ‘quick pickled’ vegetables. Perfect for summer!

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          • anne

            July 14, 2019 at 12:23 pm

            Thank you Julie!

            Reply
        7. Jenni LeBaron

          July 13, 2019 at 10:22 pm

          I love all of the flavors in this! These would pair perfectly with a German spread of wursts for dinner. Easy, delicious, and healthy too!

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          • anne

            July 14, 2019 at 12:22 pm

            Thanks Jenni, I love that idea of the German spread!

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        8. Amy

          July 14, 2019 at 9:09 pm

          I also have have good memories of cucumber salad as a child. My grandma would make it for us and use some sort of seasoning packet she could only find on her travels to Germany. I’m excited to give this salad a try, it will bring back great memories!

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        9. Lorie

          July 14, 2019 at 9:15 pm

          I could seriously live on this all summer long. Toss anything in fresh dill and I am a happy girl!

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        10. Michele

          July 14, 2019 at 10:27 pm

          This recipe sounds perfect to brink to a bbq or picnic this summer! I can definitely think of a few things I would love to bring it to in the coming weeks. Can’t wait to make up a batch!

          Reply
        11. Tara Teaspoon

          July 15, 2019 at 8:59 am

          I also grew up eating cucumbers and vinegar all the time growing up! Such an easy, healthy recipe that everyone will enjoy. Thank you for sharing!

          Reply
        12. Natalie

          July 15, 2019 at 9:48 am

          Such a simple but refreshing salad perfect for summer. I must give this a try soon. I never used white vinegar for making cucumber salad.

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        13. over it

          September 01, 2020 at 12:57 pm

          I couldn’t help but notice that you listed white vinegar in the ad-laden (or so I assume; I use an ad blocker) wall of text leading up to the recipe, which itself called for cider vinegar. I’m swearing off these clickbait recipe “blogs”, even though they’re showing up more and more in (and at the top of) google’s search results. It’s bey0nd tiresome at this point. And seriously…coconut sugar? Please. Like most negative reviews on these sites I’m sure this won’t make it to the page. Just know that people are starting to wise up to this.

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          • Anne

            September 01, 2020 at 2:47 pm

            Hi Over it! Thank you for your comment and for picking up on the two types of vinegar being listed in the blog post. You can actually use either one which I updated. And as far as the coconut sugar, I don’t use refined sugar that is what I use when I cook. You can certainly use coconut sugar if that is what you choose to use.

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