This is the simplest of summer salads. Cucumbers have always been one of my favorite vegetables, with striped Armenian cucumbers being my absolute favorite variety. This simple cucumber side dish would be a perfect accompaniment to grilled meat or fish, but I usually eat it as an afternoon snack.
Sweet and Spicy Cucumber Salad
1/4 cup rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
pinch of crushed red pepper (to taste) (OR a dash of black or white pepper)
pinch of salt (to taste)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
2 medium cucumbers (peeled if desired), thinly sliced
1 tablespoon sugar
pinch of crushed red pepper (to taste) (OR a dash of black or white pepper)
pinch of salt (to taste)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
2 medium cucumbers (peeled if desired), thinly sliced
Whisk together vinegar, sugar, crushed red pepper, and salt until the sugar is dissolved; whisk in chopped fresh dill. Place sliced cucumbers in a bowl and pour dressing over them. Toss well with a spoon until all of the slices are coated with dressing. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes; stir once or twice while it is marinating. The salad can also be made ahead and refrigerated overnight.
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