Best 11 Cold Cucumber And Onion Salad Recipes

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Cucumber and onion salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or as a light and healthy side dish. This classic salad combines the crisp, cool crunch of cucumbers with the sharp, pungent flavor of onions, and is often dressed with a simple vinaigrette or mayonnaise-based dressing. While there are many variations of this salad, the basic ingredients and preparation methods remain the same.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

CUCUMBER AND ONION SALAD



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This is a very easy side salad for a picnic or covered dish event. My mom kept this going in our frig all summer. I think she got the cucumbers from an aunt and uncle that had a farm nearby.

Provided by SUSIE IN MISSOURI

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 2 Quarts

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 -3 large cucumbers
1 medium white onion
1/2 cup sugar
1 cup white vinegar
2 cups water
1 tablespoon pepper
salt

Steps:

  • You will need a 2 quart jar with lid or other 2 quart container.
  • Cut the ends off the cucumbers and peel along the long edge in 3-4 strips to leave a sort of stripped cucumber.
  • Slice the cucumber in thin rounds.
  • Peel and slice the onion in thin slices and separate.
  • Put the cucumber and onion alternately in your jar/container.
  • Add the rest of the ingredients and cover your jar/container tightly and gently turn so the ingredients are mixed together.
  • Refrigerate overnight and serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294.4, Fat 0.5, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 22.5, Carbohydrate 69.4, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 57.8, Protein 2.9

SIMPLE CUCUMBER AND ONION SALAD



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Provided by Stacey Little | Southern Bite

Categories     Appetizer     Salad     Side Dish     Snack

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 or 6 small pickling cucumbers ((you can use 2 or 3 English cucumbers if that's all you can get your hands on))
half of a medium-sized Vidalia onion
1/2 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup water
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 garlic clove, minced
black pepper

Steps:

  • Peel cucumbers and slice to your liking. Peel and slice onion. Combine in a large bowl.
  • Combine vinegar, water, sugar, salt, and garlic and pour over cucumbers and onions.
  • Allow to sit at least an hour before serving. Sprinkle with black pepper (optional).

GRANDMA'S CUCUMBER AND ONION SALAD



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Both of my grandmothers made this salad every summer when their gardens produced baskets of cucumbers. It's a cool, fresh side dish for any meal. One of my grandmas omitted the green pepper and the celery seed. She also put ice in it to chill it quickly and cut the vinegar taste.

Provided by KBOVER

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 8

7 cups sliced cucumbers
salt as needed
1 cup sliced onions
1 cup sliced green bell pepper
2 cups white sugar
1 cup white vinegar
1 tablespoon celery seed
2 teaspoons salt, or to taste

Steps:

  • Place cucumber slices in a colander and liberally sprinkle salt over cucumbers; set aside until water starts to release from cucumbers, about 15 minutes. Drain and rinse cucumbers.
  • Mix cucumbers, onions, and green bell pepper together in a bowl.
  • Whisk sugar, vinegar, celery seed, and 2 teaspoons salt together in a bowl until dressing is smooth; pour over cucumber mixture and stir until evenly coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130.1 calories, Carbohydrate 32.9 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.8 g, Sodium 335.1 mg, Sugar 30.5 g

COLD CUCUMBER SALAD



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"Like many Southern gardeners, we usually have tons of cucumbers each summer. This cool summer salad will keep in the fridge for days."

Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Time 8h35m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup white vinegar
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon celery seeds
1/4 cup vegetable oil
Salt
5 small Kirby cucumbers, sliced (5 cups)
1 medium sweet onion, thinly sliced in rings
1 large red or yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan over high heat, bring the vinegar, sugar, celery seeds, vegetable oil and 1 teaspoon salt to a boil, then remove the pan from the heat and allow to cool, about 20 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, toss the sliced cucumbers, onion and bell pepper with the liquid mixture and refrigerate overnight. Serve cold.

COLD CUCUMBER SALAD



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     side-dish

Time 2h40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 teaspoon salt
1 cup white vinegar
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon celery seed
1/4 cup vegetable oil
5 cups cucumber slices (about 3 Persian or Kirby cucumbers; see Cook's Note)
1 medium sweet onion, thinly sliced into rings
1 large yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, bring the salt, vinegar, sugar, celery seed and vegetable oil to a boil, then remove the pan from the heat and allow to cool.
  • In a large bowl, toss the sliced cucumbers, onions and peppers with the liquid mixture and refrigerate for at least 2 hours and up to overnight. Serve cold.

MARINATED CUCUMBER, ONION, AND TOMATO SALAD



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This is an easy salad that is perfect for a warm summer day.

Provided by BogeyBill

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup water
½ cup distilled white vinegar
¼ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon fresh, coarsely ground black pepper
3 cucumbers, peeled and sliced 1/4-inch thick
3 tomatoes, cut into wedges
1 onion, sliced and separated into rings

Steps:

  • Whisk water, vinegar, oil, sugar, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl until smooth; add cucumbers, tomatoes, and onion and stir to coat.
  • Cover bowl with plastic wrap; refrigerate at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156.2 calories, Carbohydrate 18 g, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 784 mg, Sugar 11.9 g

CUCUMBER AND RED ONION SALAD



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This cucumber and onion salad is one of the first recipes I came up with myself. It's a great salad for picnics or potlucks. I always come home with an empty bowl! -Brynn Steckman, Westerville, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 small English cucumbers, thinly sliced
1 cup thinly sliced red onion
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar or rice vinegar
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon sesame oil

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients in a bowl; toss to combine. Refrigerate, covered, about 1 hour. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 31 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 151mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CUCUMBER SALAD



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There's nothing better than warm weather and a good meal. This fresh and easy Cucumber Salad is a perfect addition to any cookout. From seafood to grilled meat, these paper-thin slices of cucumber are tossed in a light vinegar mixture. Let them marinate for a few hours to heighten the flavor profile. Pair our cucumber vinegar salad with grilled chicken or teriyaki chicken. Make sure to add this Cucumber Salad recipe to your summer meal must-makes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 3h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced
1/3 cup cider or white vinegar
1/3 cup water
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Chopped fresh dill weed or parsley, if desired

Steps:

  • Place cucumbers in small glass or plastic bowl.
  • In tightly covered container, shake remaining ingredients except dill weed. Pour over cucumbers. Cover and refrigerate at least 3 hours to blend flavors.
  • Drain cucumbers. Sprinkle with dill weed. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 30, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (about 1/2 cup), Sodium 200 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g

CUCUMBER AND RED ONION SALAD



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A tasty alternative to the same old green salad, but prep work made easy using "bag salad" as the base.

Provided by PanNan

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 medium cucumber, cut into thin slices (preferably long English or European cucumber)
1/2 small red onion, cut into thin slices
1/4 cup light sour cream (or plain yogurt)
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 (8 ounce) bag mixed baby lettuces and spring greens (or your favorite salad greens)

Steps:

  • Cut onion slices into quarters.
  • Toss cucumber slices and onion together in a medium bowl.
  • Stir sour cream, vinegar, salt and pepper into cucumber mixture until well blended.
  • Let stand 5 minutes.
  • Divide salad greens among four salad plates.
  • Stir cucumber and onions again.
  • Top each plate of greens with 1/4 of the cucumber mixture.

CUCUMBER AND ONION SALAD



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Pair this Cucumber and Onion Salad with Blue Ribbon restaurant co-owners Bruce and Eric Bromberg's Cold-Poached Salmon for a light and tasty lunch.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 cups white vinegar
1 cup sugar
2 English cucumbers (about 2 pounds), sliced 1/4 inch thick
1 medium onion (about 1/2 pound), quartered, and cut across the grain into 1/8-inch-thick slices

Steps:

  • Place vinegar in a large bowl; add sugar and stir to dissolve. Add cucumbers and onion; cover and transfer to refrigerator. Refrigerate at least 24 hours before serving.

CORN 'N' CUCUMBERS SALAD



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This was one of my mother's recipes and I think of her whenever I make it. It's a nice change from a regular cucumber salad.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 medium cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced
2 cups fresh corn, cooked
1/2 medium onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon dill weed
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Pinch cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Cover and chill for several hours.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, crisp cucumbers and onions.
  • Use a mandoline or sharp knife to thinly slice the cucumbers and onions. This will help them absorb the dressing better.
  • To make the salad ahead of time, slice the cucumbers and onions and store them in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Add the dressing just before serving.
  • Serve the salad chilled. It's a refreshing side dish for summer picnics and potlucks.

Conclusion:

Cold cucumber and onion salad is a refreshing and delicious side dish that's perfect for summer. It's easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time. With its simple ingredients and tangy dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

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