Cucumber Salad Recipe

Step 1: Prepare Cucumbers

1. Wash cucumbers well.
2. Slice thinly (use a knife or mandoline).

Step 2: Make the Dressing

1. In a bowl, mix vinegar, olive oil, sugar (if using), salt, and pepper.
2. Whisk until combined.

Step 3: Toss

• Add cucumber slices to the dressing.
• Toss gently until well coated.

Step 4: Chill & Serve

• Serve immediately or refrigerate 10–15 minutes for extra freshness.

🌟 Variations

• 🥛 Creamy Cucumber Salad: Add 3 tbsp yogurt or sour cream
• 🍋 Lemon Version: Replace vinegar with lemon juice
• 🌶️ Spicy: Add chili flakes
• 🧄 Garlic: Add 1 small grated garlic clove

Tips

✔ Salt just before serving to keep cucumbers crunchy
✔ Best served cold
✔ Great with grilled meat or sandwiches

If you want a Mediterranean, Asian-style, or diet-friendly cucumber salad, just tell me 😊