Quick Pickled Cucumber Salad

4 servings

30 minutes

Quick pickled cucumber salad is a light and refreshing dish that will adorn any table. Its roots trace back to Austrian cuisine, known for its balance of flavors and simplicity of preparation. Crunchy cucumbers, thin slices of red onion, and a delicate sweet-sour dressing made from rice vinegar and sugar create a harmonious combination. This salad is perfect as a side dish for meat dishes or as an independent snack. Its spicy flavor with a hint of acidity refreshes and invigorates, while the quick pickling allows you to enjoy it in just a few minutes. A great choice for summer lunches and dinners!

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 27.8
• Proteins: 0.6g
• Fats: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 6.2g

Ingredients

• Sugar: 1 tsp
• Red onion: 0.5 head
• Cucumbers: 2 pc
• Rice vinegar: 0.3 glass
• Coarse salt: to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Cut the cucumbers in half lengthwise, then slice them thinly and transfer to a bowl.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cucumbers: 2 pieces

2. Add thinly sliced onion, sugar, and vinegar. Season with salt and pepper and mix well. Let it sit for a few minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Red onion: 0.5 head
   • Sugar: 1 teaspoon
   • Rice vinegar: 0.3 glass
   • Coarse salt:  to taste
   • Freshly ground black pepper:  to taste