Grandma's Cucumber and Onion Salad

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Both of my grandmas made this cucumber onion salad every summer when their gardens produced baskets of cukes. It's a cool, fresh side dish for any meal. One of my grandmas omitted the green pepper and celery seed. She also added ice to chill it quickly and cut the vinegar taste.

Submitted by KBOVER
Updated on November 15, 2024
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
14
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 14 servings

  • 7 cups sliced cucumbers

  • salt as needed

  • 1 cup sliced onions

  • 1 cup sliced green bell pepper (Optional)

Dressing:

  • 2 cups white sugar

  • 1 cup white vinegar

  • 1 tablespoon celery seed (Optional)

  • 2 teaspoons salt, or to taste

Directions

  1. Place cucumbers in a colander and liberally sprinkle with salt. Set aside until water starts to release from cucumbers, about 15 minutes. Drain and rinse cucumbers.

  2. Mix together cucumbers, onions, and green bell pepper in a serving bowl.

  3. To make the dressing: Whisk sugar, vinegar, celery seed, and salt together in a medium bowl until smooth.

  4. Pour dressing over cucumber mixture; stir until evenly coated.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

130 Calories
0g Fat
33g Carbs
1g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 14
Calories 130
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0g 0%
Sodium 335mg 15%
Total Carbohydrate 33g 12%
Dietary Fiber 1g 3%
Total Sugars 31g
Protein 1g 2%
Vitamin C 8mg 9%
Calcium 24mg 2%
Iron 1mg 3%
Potassium 147mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.