Crisp Italian Cucumber Salad with Olive Oil and Vinegar
Refreshing Italian Cucumber Salad is a crisp and tangy dish made with fresh cucumbers, red onion, herbs, and a simple vinaigrette. Perfect for light meals, summer gatherings, and easy side dishes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
3 large cucumbers
1/2 cup red onion
2 tablespoons fresh parsley or basil
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1 clove garlic
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Slice cucumbers thinly.
- Slice red onion and add to a bowl with cucumbers.
- Whisk olive oil, vinegar, sugar, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Pour dressing over vegetables and toss gently.
- Add herbs and mix lightly.
- Let sit for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Stir and serve chilled or slightly cool.
Notes
Use thin slices for best texture.
Salt cucumbers lightly to reduce water if needed.
Adjust vinegar and sugar to taste.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.