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A bowl of Quick Marinated Cucumbers with red onion and dill, served with a spoon. Sliced cucumbers, onions, and seasoning are visible on the table nearby.

Quick Marinated Cucumbers

Chef Jenn
Quick Marinated Cucumbers are a crisp, tangy, and refreshing side dish made with sliced cucumbers, vinegar, and simple seasonings. Perfect for summer meals, cookouts, or a light snack, this easy no-cook recipe comes together in minutes and delivers bright flavor in every bite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 57 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 English cucumbers thinly sliced
  • ½ small red onion thinly sliced
  • ½ cup white wine vinegar
  • ¼ cup water
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill chopped
  • Pinch red pepper flakes
  • clove garlic smashed

Instructions
 

  • Slice the cucumbers thin using a sharp knife or mandoline. Place them in a large bowl. Add the red onion slices, if using.
  • Whisk together vinegar, water, sugar, salt, black pepper, and dill until the sugar dissolves.
  • Pour the dressing over the cucumbers. Toss to coat everything evenly.
  • Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or toss in the smashed garlic clove.
  • Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. They’ll be ready then, but they taste even better after a few hours in the fridge.
  • Serve chilled. You can serve them straight in the marinade or drain a bit off if you want them less tangy.

Notes

Chef Jenn's Tips

  • A mandoline makes quick work of slicing and gives you consistent, thin rounds that soak up flavor fast.
  • Red onion adds color and sweetness, but you can skip it if needed.
  • Fresh dill really makes a difference—use it if you have it.
  • Want a deli-style vibe? Add a few mustard seeds or whole peppercorns.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.5cupCalories: 57kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 1gFat: 0.2gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 588mgPotassium: 255mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 166IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 31mgIron: 1mg

A Note on Nutritional Information

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Keyword easy cucumber salad, marinated cucumbers, quick cucumber salad, Quick Marinated Cucumbers, summer side dishes
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