Dutch Cucumber Salad
🕒 Cook Time: 30 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 45 minutes
Description: Another recipe from Holland, this Dutch Cucumber Salad holds a special place in many hearts, reminiscent of flavors from quaint restaurants near “Drie Bergen.” It’s a dish my Dad used to go the extra mile for, quite literally, driving for miles just to savor its refreshing taste. Interestingly, it bears a striking resemblance to the Japanese cucumber salad. One can’t help but wonder about the culinary exchanges between cultures – did one inspire the other, or was it a delightful coincidence?
Recipe Category: Vegetable
Keywords: Dutch, European, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Potluck, Christmas, Hanukkah, Thanksgiving, < 60 Mins, Refrigerator, Easy
Ingredients:
| Ingredients | Quantities |
|---|---|
| Cucumbers | 2-3 |
| White vinegar | 8-10 tbsp |
| Sugar | 3-5 heaping tbsp |
| Onion | 1-2 |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 41.3
- Fat Content: 0.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 3.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 9g
- Fiber Content: 0.6g
- Sugar Content: 6.7g
- Protein Content: 0.6g
Aggregated Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
Review Count: 40
Instructions:
- Prepare the Cucumbers: Start by thoroughly washing and peeling the cucumbers.
- Slice and Dice: Slice or cut the cucumbers and onions into thin rounds. The thinner, the better – it enhances the salad’s texture and allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Combine Ingredients: Place the sliced cucumbers and onions in a large bowl, and cover them generously with white vinegar.
- Sweeten the Mix: Add 3-5 heaping tablespoons of sugar to the bowl. Ensure the sugar is well-distributed, and gently mix everything together until the sugar begins to dissolve.
- Chill and Serve: Transfer the salad to the refrigerator and allow it to chill. The flavors intensify as it cools, resulting in a delightful burst of taste with every bite.
- Enhance the Flavor: For optimum taste, let the salad marinate overnight. However, if patience permits, allow it to mellow for 2 or 3 days. Store it in a tightly sealed jar in the refrigerator, turning the jar upside down for a day, then back to its upright position the next – this technique ensures that the flavors infuse evenly throughout the salad, creating a harmonious blend that’s sure to impress.
This Dutch Cucumber Salad is a true testament to the simplicity of Dutch cuisine, offering a burst of freshness and flavor that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether served alongside a hearty meal or as a standalone snack, it’s bound to become a family favorite. So, why wait? Whip up a batch today and savor the taste of Holland in every bite! 🥒🥗
