Country cucumber salad
1 serving
7 minutes
Village cucumber salad is a simple yet incredibly tasty dish that embodies the age-old traditions of Russian cuisine. Its roots go deep into the countryside, where fresh, crunchy cucumbers straight from the garden combine with aromatic garlic and dill to create a harmony of flavor. Unrefined sunflower oil gives the salad a unique rustic touch, making it a perfect complement to main dishes. The ease of preparation and natural ingredients make this salad a true summer refreshing treat that can be served with roasted meat, potatoes, or simply enjoyed on its own for its freshness. Each bite is a taste nostalgia for summer days and cozy family lunches.
1
Prepare the ingredients. Let the cucumbers sit at room temperature for about an hour.
- Cucumbers: 3 pieces
2
Peel the cucumbers.
- Cucumbers: 3 pieces
3
Cut the cucumbers into cubes.
- Cucumbers: 3 pieces
4
To salt.
- Salt: to taste
5
Add sunflower oil.
- Unrefined sunflower oil: to taste
6
Chop the dill greens.
- Dill: 3 sprigs
7
Add to the salad and mix.
- Dill: 3 sprigs
8
Peel the garlic.
- Garlic: 3 cloves
9
Use a press to crush garlic into the salad.
- Garlic: 3 cloves
10
Mix thoroughly. Let it steep for 5-10 minutes.
