Cucumber Vinegar Onion Salad
Cucumber onion vinegar salad with apple cider dressing is a simple, quick, and flavorful vegan side dish that’s perfect for hot summer days. Made with fresh cucumbers, sweet red onion, and toasted sesame seeds, this no-mayo salad is ready in minutes and full of refreshing flavor.
Equipment
- 1 small jar or bowl
- 1 Salad Bowl
Ingredients
- 2 English Cucumbers thinly sliced
- 1 red onion thinly sliced
- 4 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 4 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
- 1 teaspoon salt ot to taste
- ½ teaspoon sugar
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper optional
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds toasted
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the thinly sliced cucumbers and onions.2 English Cucumbers, 1 red onion
- In a small bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, olive oil, sugar, salt, black pepper, and water until well combined.4 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 4 tablespoons water, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon sugar, ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Pour the dressing over the cucumber and onion mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top and freshly ground black pepper if desired.2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- Let the salad sit for 10–15 minutes in the fridge for flavors to meld, or serve immediately for extra crunch.
Notes
- Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a day.
- Add fresh herbs like dill or parsley, or try different seeds like sunflower or pumpkin for added texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 123kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 589mgPotassium: 292mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 159IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 72mgIron: 1mg
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