Fresh Pickled Cucumber Salad

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ingredients:

4 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced

1 small onion, thinly sliced

1 cup white vinegar

1 cup sugar

1 tablespoon salt

1 teaspoon celery seed (optional but recommended)

1 teaspoon mustard seed (optional)

½ teaspoon ground turmeric (optional, for color and flavor)

 

Instructions:

1. Prep the veggies:
Thinly slice the cucumbers and onion. You can use a mandoline for even slices.

2. Combine in a bowl:
Add the cucumber and onion slices to a large mixing bowl.

3. Make the brine:
In a separate saucepan, combine vinegar, sugar, salt, and optional spices.
Heat over medium until the sugar and salt dissolve completely (do not boil).

4. Pour over cucumbers:
Once the brine is ready, pour it over the cucumber and onion mixture.

5. Mix and chill:
Stir to coat everything evenly. Let it cool to room temperature.