Every summer, we keep a bowl of this salad in the fridge, replenishing it as it runs low. Makes 8 servings
3 to 4 large cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced
1 medium red onion, sliced into very thin rounds and broken into rings
3/4 cup white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons salt
How to make
A Bowl of Vinegary Cucumbers
Place the cucumbers and onion in a large bowl; pour in the vinegar, then fi ll the bowl with cool water until the vegetables are submerged. Stir in the sugar and salt until dissolved
Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 24 hours or up to 2 weeks. Drain the cucumbers and onions with a slotted spoon when serving.
Variations: Add 1 seeded and chopped pickled or fresh jalapeņo chile with the onion. Add 1 tablespoon dried dill, 1 tablespoon chopped chives, or 1 teaspoon red pepper fl akes with the sugar.
Add 6 whole cloves, 6 crushed juniper berries, or 4 crushed allspice berries with the sugar. (Do not eat these with the cucumbers and onions.)