Lemon-Dill Cucumber Salad with Red Onion

Lemon-Dill Cucumber Salad with Red Onion

Crisp cucumbers and sharp red onion mingle in a bright lemon-dill dressing.

Total 40 min Makes 4 servings Calories 68/serving

Dietary

Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Keto, Wheat free, Dairy free, Nut free, Halal, Kosher, Kosher for passover, Ashkenazi kosher for passover

Thin-sliced cucumbers and red onion are salted briefly to draw out excess moisture, then tossed with a tangy lemon-dill dressing for a crunchy, refreshing side. It pairs well with grilled meats or fish and comes together quickly without any cooking, making it a reliable warm-weather side or potluck dish.

Ingredients

  • 2 English cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more for drawing out moisture
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Method

  1. Place the sliced cucumbers and red onion in a colander, toss with 1/2 teaspoon salt, and let drain over the sink for 15 minutes to release excess water.

  2. Pat the cucumbers and onion dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels and transfer to a large bowl.

  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, honey, dill, lemon zest, and black pepper.

  4. Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and onion and toss gently to coat evenly.

  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.

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    Lemon-Dill Cucumber Salad with Red Onion

    Thin-sliced cucumbers and red onion are salted briefly to draw out excess moisture, then tossed with a tangy lemon-dill dressing for a crunchy, refreshing side. It pairs well with grilled meats or fish and comes together quickly without any cooking, making it a reliable warm-weather side or potluck dish.

    40 min 4 servings 68 cal

    Ingredients

    • 2 English cucumbers, thinly sliced
    • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more for drawing out moisture
    • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon honey
    • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
    • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
    • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

    Method

    1. 1

      Place the sliced cucumbers and red onion in a colander, toss with 1/2 teaspoon salt, and let drain over the sink for 15 minutes to release excess water.

    2. 2

      Pat the cucumbers and onion dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels and transfer to a large bowl.

    3. 3

      In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, honey, dill, lemon zest, and black pepper.

    4. 4

      Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and onion and toss gently to coat evenly.

    5. 5

      Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.