On our way up to the Adirondack Mountains the farm stands are still bursting with cucumbers. I have been experiment this summer with different cucumber salad recipes and I find this one to be my favorite. I hope you enjoy it too.
Cucumber Salad: Red Onion & Dill
by Diane Balchsimplelivingeating.com
preparation time: 10 minutes Serves: 4
Ingredients:
3 medium size cucumbers peeled and chopped
2 tablespoons of minced red onion
1 tablespoon of minced fresh dill
1 tablespoon of white vinegar
1 tablespoon of lemon juice
1 tablespoon of sugar
1 to 2 teaspoons of salt and ground pepper to taste
Directions:
1) Whisk vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, salt and pepper together. Set aside.
2) Peel and chop cucumbers, add dill and onion.
3) Toss with dressing. Serve immediately or chill for up to 2 hours.
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Thanks for the party, Diane! Have a blessed weekend :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Jamie you too.
DeleteDiane,
ReplyDeleteThanks for hosting the party. My hubby would love your salad! Hope you had a lovely vacation.
Annamaria
It was wonderful to be up in the mountains. Thanks.. great to see you here Annamaria.
DeleteThanks for another awesome party Diane. Have a wonderful weekend! :)
ReplyDeleteYou too Lisa, it wouldn't be a party without you.
DeleteYour salad looks simply delicious! I always enjoy dill and cucumber together and it looks so pretty with the red onion too. This week I've shared a Peach, Proscuitto and Parmesan Salad. Thank you for hosting, Diane.
ReplyDeleteWow, your salad sounds really amazing April... can't wait to check it out.
DeleteYour salad looks simple and delicious Diane. There's something magical about cucumbers and dill. Thanks for hosting each week and I hope you have a lovely weekend.
ReplyDeleteSam
Yes, dill and cucumber are a perfect match... I really liked this oil free dressing too. It seems to bring out the brightness of the cucumbers. I hope you get to try it.
DeleteI love a refreshing salad like anything with cucumber. Looks simple and delicious. We visited the Adirondacks for the first time this summer . So beautiful..
ReplyDeleteMy husband grew up going to the Adirondacks every summer. He calls it, "God's country." It is awesome to behold.
DeleteHappy Friday Diane! I love the refreshing salad - today I brought a lemon caprese salad and a decadent cake. Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteLike the balance of salad and cake.
DeleteThis sounds delicious! I grew up eating fresh cucumbers in vinegar (and my grandma always added a little sugar), and I always add dill to mine. I bet the addition of red onions would be even better!
ReplyDeleteThe red onion balances the sweetness. Sounds like you would like this recipe.
DeleteOh mercy - I just love anything with red onion in it! Looks fab!
ReplyDeleteThank you for hosting. :-)
~Stacy @ Stacy Makes Cents
Thanks so much Stacy... I'm a big red onion fan too.
DeleteThank you for hosting the party Stacy! Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteYou are very welcome thanks for stopping by.
DeleteThank you so much Diana for your wishes and for the features!
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We had 2-day of holiday + Shabbath so I've just seen it
Thanks!!
I hope your wonderful cake rings in a sweet New Year and I pray for peace in your part of the world.
DeleteThank yo for the party, Diane! I like the idea of using dill in a cucumber salad. Will have to try it!
ReplyDeleteIt is a refreshing combination. I'm guessing it is still pretty warm in your neck of the woods?
DeleteDiane, back again to say thanks for linking up to MM. I love salads that have fresh ingredients. Have a good week!
ReplyDeleteDiane,
ReplyDeleteYour Cucumber,red onion and dill is one of my favorite salad combinations. Thank you so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday and have a great weekend!
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