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Grandma's Cucumber Salad

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Cucumber salad is a refreshing and light side dish that's perfect for warm weather. Serve the cucumber salad as a refreshing side dish alongside grilled meats, sandwiches, or as a part of a summer picnic spread. It's best enjoyed chilled.

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Cucumbers are high in vitamins, nutrients, and valuable minerals that our bodies need. This cool and refreshing salad, can help you stay hydrated this Spring and Summer while providing your body with antioxidants. It is absolutely yummy and refreshing!

The History of the Recipe:

My grandmother uses to make this often in the Spring and Summer. It was one of my favorite side dishes and when she passed away a few years back after 10+ years of suffering from Alzheimer’s it took me years to perfect it. I am so happy I finally perfected it.

It can be very filling due to the water that is in the cucumbers, however, I can just sit there and keep eating it since it is my absolute favorite. I know it will be yours too!

Cucumber Salad

Nutritional Benefits of Cucumbers:

1. It's High in Nutrients

One 11-ounce (300-gram) unpeeled, raw cucumber contains the following (Source):

  • Calories: 45
  • Total fat: 0 grams
  • Carbs: 11 grams
  • Protein: 2 grams
  • Fiber: 2 grams
  • Vitamin C: 14% of the RDI
  • Vitamin K: 62% of the RDI
  • Magnesium: 10% of the RDI
  • Potassium: 13% of the RDI
  • Manganese: 12% of the RDI

Although, the typical serving size is about one-third of a cucumber, so eating a standard portion would provide about one-third of the nutrients above.

Additionally, cucumbers have high water content. To maximize their nutrient content, cucumbers should be eaten unpeeled. Peeling them reduces the amount of fiber, as well as certain vitamins and minerals

2. It Contains Antioxidants

Antioxidants are molecules that block oxidation, a chemical reaction that forms highly reactive atoms with unpaired electrons known as free radicals.

Fruits and vegetables, including cucumbers, are especially rich in beneficial antioxidants that may reduce the risk of many chronic conditions.

3. It Promotes Hydration

Fruits and vegetables, in particular, can be a good source of water in your diet.

Because cucumbers are composed of about 96% water, they are especially effective at promoting hydration and can help you meet your daily fluid needs (Source).

4. It May Aid in Weight Loss

Cucumbers are low in calories, high in water, and can be used as a low-calorie topping for many dishes. All of these may aid in weight loss.

5. It May Lower Blood Sugar

Several animal and test-tube studies have found that cucumbers may help and reduce blood sugar levels and prevent some complications of diabetes, although additional research is needed.

6. It Could Promote Regularity

Cucumbers contain a good amount of fiber and water, both of which may help prevent constipation and increase regularity.

7. Easy to Add to Your Diet

Mild with a distinctly crisp and refreshing flavor, cucumbers are commonly enjoyed fresh or pickled in everything from salads to sandwiches.

Cucumbers are also often eaten raw as a low-calorie snack or can be paired with hummus, olive oil, salt, cream cheese, or salad dressing to add a bit more flavor.

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How long will the cucumber salad stay fresh for once prepared?

For cookouts, I often double the recipe because some people can not get enough of it. Plus it is always better to have too much of something than not enough. (This was the saying my grandmother always said). When my grandmother cooked there were always leftovers which are always great to take for lunch during the week.

Grandma’s Cucumber salad once prepared will only last up to 3 days in the fridge before it starts to turn. So eat up and enjoy!

I hope you enjoy and please let me know what you think down below in the comments.

Grandmas cucumber salad

Grandma's Cucumber Salad

Cucumber salad is a refreshing and light side dish that's perfect for warm weather. Serve the cucumber salad as a refreshing side dish alongside grilled meats, sandwiches, or as a part of a summer picnic spread. It's best enjoyed chilled.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Fridge Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 8 Serving

Ingredients
  

  • 4 Large Cucumber
  • 1 Onion
  • 1 tbsp Dried Dill
  • 1 c Sugar
  • ½ c White Vinegar
  • ½ c Water

Instructions
 

  • In a larger serving bowl, combine thinly sliced cucumbers, onions, and dill.
  • Add sugar, vinegar, and water. (You can add salt if needed)
  • Stir till the sugar is completely dissolved.
  • Refrigerate for at least 2-hours before serving.

Notes

It will only last a few days after making so eat up and enjoy! 
Keyword Cucumber salad, cucumbers
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About Ashley Havecker

My name is Ashley Havecker. I'm a self-taught cook with decades of experience. It's a bonding experience when family and friends can gather together for a meal. This simple yet powerful bonding is why I’ve built Saving Mealtime to make mealtime more convenient and a precious time of day.

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