Cucumber And Red Onion Salad

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You are going to love this refreshing and healthy Cucumber and Red Onion Salad made with crispy crunchy cucumbers and yummy red onions! It’s a super simple salad tossed in a light olive oil and apple cider vinegar dressing that takes just 10 minutes to make!

Cucumber and red onion salad.

Cucumber And Red Onion Salad

Cucumber salads are so much more than just a summertime dish! You can serve them alongside anything from a beef stew or sandwich to brunch! They are crispy and refreshing, which makes them a perfect palate cleanser.

Cucumber and red onion salad.

Not to mention, cucumber and red onion are perfect together! And when tossed with this simple olive oil and apple cider vinegar dressing, it is absolutely delicious. It’s such a simple dish layered in so much flavor as well as incredibly easy to make and keeps well in the fridge for up to 4 days! So it’s a great salad for meal prep.

Cucumber and red onion salad.

All you have to do is slice up some cucumbers and red onions and then toss them together with a quick vinaigrette! Easy peasy and ready to eat in just 10 minutes!

Cucumber and red onion salad.

How To Make Cucumber And Red Onion Salad

You only need a handful of simple ingredients to make this quick and easy cucumber salad recipe.

  • English Cucumbers – I like to use long English cucumbers, which are seedless. But you can use any type of cucumbers you like.
  • Red Onion – This type of onion is a little milder when raw, which makes them great for salads. But any kind of onion you have on hand will work perfectly.
  • Olive Oil – Extra virgin olive oil will add the most flavor.
  • Apple Cider Vinegar – A touch of cider vinegar is used to make the dressing. Feel free to use other types of vinegar if you like.
  • Seasonings – Salt and black pepper are used to season the salad.

Cucumber and red onion salad.

To start, wash the cucumbers and peel them if you like. Then slice them and put them in a large bowl. Now, peel and slice the red onion and put it into the bowl with the cucumbers.

Cucumber and red onion salad.

Next, make the dressing by whisking the olive oil together with the apple cider vinegar in a small bowl. Then pour the dressing over the cucumbers and onion. Now, sprinkle them with a bit of salt and black pepper.

Finally, toss everything together well and serve the salad immediately or put it in the fridge for up to 4 days!

Cucumber and red onion salad.

How To Store

Leftover cucumber and red onion salad will keep in the fridge for up to 3 to 4 days when kept in an airtight container. So you can easily make this salad ahead of time for meal prep.

 

Cucumber and red onion salad.

What To Serve With Cucumber And Red Onion Salad

This tasty and refreshing cucumber salad makes a great side dish to any meal or healthy snack! You can also make a meal out of it by pairing it with other delicious salads.

Cucumber and red onion salad.

More Easy Salad Recipes

If you loved this cucumber and red onion salad recipe and are trying to add some more veggies to your diet you should check out some of my other quick and easy healthy salad recipes. These are a few of my favorites.

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Cucumber And Red Onion Salad

This healthy and delicious Cucumber and Red Onion Salad made with refreshing crunchy cucumbers and red onions takes just 10 minutes to make!
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cucumber salad, cucumbers
Cooking Method: No-Cook
Servings: 5 servings
Calories: 123kcal

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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Wash the cucumbers and peel them if you'd like. Then slice them and put them into a large bowl.
  • Peel the red onion and cut it in half. Then slice the onion and put it into the bowl with the cucumbers.
  • Whisk the olive oil and apple cider vinegar together in a small bowl to make the dressing.
  • Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and onion. Then sprinkle everything with some salt and black pepper to taste.
  • Toss everything together until fully combined and serve immediately to enjoy.
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Nutrition

Calories: 123kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Sodium: 120mg | Potassium: 212mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 127IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 0.5mg
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2 Comments

  1. 5 stars
    It’s so refreshing and the apple cider vinegar dressing gives it just the right tang. I made a big batch for meal prep and it stayed crisp and delicious for days.

  2. 5 stars
    This salad is fantastic! The combination of cucumbers and red onions is always a winner, and the olive oil and vinegar dressing keeps it light and tasty. I’m thinking of adding some feta cheese next time for an extra kick.

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