Garlic Cucumber Salad
A refreshing and zesty Garlic Cucumber Salad that combines crisp cucumbers with a flavorful garlic dressing, perfect as a light side dish or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together minced garlic, rice vinegar, olive oil, sugar, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Add the thinly sliced cucumbers to the bowl and toss to coat evenly with the dressing.
- Sprinkle chopped fresh dill over the salad and mix gently.
- Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
For extra crunch, add thinly sliced red onions or a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds before serving.