Original Recipe Source: Allrecipes
Prep Time: 10 mins | Additional Time: 2 hrs | Total Time: 2 hrs 10 mins | Servings: 8
Crisp and creamy cucumber salad makes the perfect summer side. This old-fashioned recipe combines thinly sliced sweet onions, cucumbers, dill, garlic, and mayo for an unbelievably delicious make-ahead dish.
2 large cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced
1 sweet onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon sea salt
1⅓ cups mayonnaise, or more to taste
1 teaspoon dried dill weed
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon white vinegar (mentioned in steps)
1 tablespoon white sugar (mentioned in steps)
Prep & Salt: Mix cucumbers, onion, and salt together in a bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let sit for 15 to 30 minutes.
Drain: Turn the cucumber mixture into a colander set over a bowl or in a sink. Let drain, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid and salt has drained, 15 to 30 minutes. Transfer the drained cucumber mixture to a large bowl.
Make Dressing: Whisk mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, dill, garlic powder, and pepper for dressing together in a bowl until smooth.
Combine: Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and stir until coated.
Chill and Serve: Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours before serving.