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Fresh German Cucumber Salad Recipe Easy Homemade Tangy Vinegar Dressing

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A crisp and tangy German cucumber salad with a refreshing vinegar dressing, perfect for summer meals and quick to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium cucumbers (English or Kirby)
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) white wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) water
  • Optional: pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
  • Optional: fresh parsley for extra herbaceousness

Instructions

  1. Wash and slice the cucumbers thinly (about 1/8-inch or 3 mm thickness) using a sharp knife or mandoline.
  2. Place cucumber slices in a large bowl, sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt, toss gently, and let sit for 10-15 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
  3. Thinly slice the yellow onion. If desired, soak onion slices in cold water for 5 minutes to mellow the flavor, then drain well.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together white wine vinegar, granulated sugar, water, and freshly ground black pepper until sugar dissolves. Add crushed red pepper flakes if using.
  5. Drain any liquid released from cucumbers. Add cucumbers, sliced onions, and chopped fresh dill to the dressing bowl and toss gently until well coated.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld and cucumbers soften slightly while staying crisp.
  7. Before serving, taste and adjust salt, pepper, or sugar as needed. Drain any excess liquid if the salad appears watery.

Notes

Salting cucumbers before mixing prevents a watery salad by drawing out excess moisture. Thin, uniform slices absorb dressing better. Use fresh dill for best flavor; fresh parsley can be a substitute. Chill salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to meld flavors. Drain excess liquid before serving if needed.

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Keywords: cucumber salad, German cucumber salad, vinegar dressing, fresh dill, summer salad, easy cucumber salad, tangy salad

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