Artificial Flavors Free Cucumber Dill Salad
Crisp, cool, and bursting with fresh herb flavor, this cucumber dill salad is the kind of side dish that disappears fast at any table. The real magic here comes from salting and draining the cucumbers first, which pulls out excess moisture and keeps every bite satisfyingly crunchy rather than watery. A simple whisked dressing of apple cider vinegar, extra-virgin olive oil, and a touch of honey brings a bright, lightly sweet tang that ties everything together beautifully. Fresh dill is the star of the show — no dried spice blends, no bottled flavor packets, just the real thing doing exactly what it does best. That matters a lot when you're trying to avoid artificial flavors, since store-bought dressings and pre-seasoned salad kits are notorious for sneaking in synthetic additives. Every ingredient here is exactly what it says it is, from the crisp English cucumbers to the thinly sliced red onion and optional chives. It's an effortless, honest dish that proves clean eating doesn't have to sacrifice any flavor at all.
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4 servings
- 2 large english cucumbers, thinly sliced into rounds
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ small red onion, very thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp honey
- ¼ cup fresh dill, roughly chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the sliced cucumbers in a colander set over the sink, toss with the sea salt, and let them drain for 15 minutes. Pat dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
- 2
While the cucumbers drain, combine the apple cider vinegar, olive oil, and honey in a large mixing bowl and whisk until the honey is fully dissolved and the dressing is uniform.
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