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New York Deli Cucumber Salad

Cultural Context

Cucumber salad is a staple in many delis across New York City, often served as a refreshing side dish. It reflects the city's diverse culinary influences, combining simple ingredients to create a flavorful accompaniment to sandwiches and other deli fare. This salad is particularly popular during the warmer months, providing a crisp and cooling contrast to heavier meals.

AmericanUSside
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 English cucumbers
1 medium sweet onion
2 cups white vinegar
1 cup sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
2 tablespoons fresh dill

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt is lower in fat and higher in protein.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar has a milder flavor and potential health benefits.

1

Slice the sweet onion thinly and add to the bowl.

2

Use a mandolin to slice the cucumbers very thin, about 1/32 of an inch.

3

Combine the sliced cucumbers and onions in a bowl.

4

Sprinkle 3/4 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of white pepper over the cucumbers and onions and mix well.

5

In a separate pot, combine 2 cups of white vinegar and 1 cup of sugar, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely.

6

Cool the vinegar mixture by adding ice cubes to it.

7

Pour the cooled vinegar mixture over the cucumbers and onions.

8

Add 2 tablespoons of fresh dill and mix everything together.

9

Refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours, preferably overnight, to allow flavors to meld.

Cooking Techniques

mixed

Equipment Needed

mandolinbowlpotwhiskbaking dish

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Cucumber SaladDeli Cucumber Salad

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