German Cucumber Salad (Gurkensalat)

German Cucumber Salad (Gurkensalat)

Kimberly Killebrew, www.daringgourmet.com

Fresh and crispy German cucumber salad, just like the kind you know and love from German restaurants!

• Ingredients:
• 3 medium cucumbers peeled and thinly sliced into rounds (if the 
•    cucumbers aren't waxed you can leave the peels on for more color)
• 1/3 cup chopped fresh dill
• 2 tablespoons chopped chives optional - I don't always include these
• 1 tablespoon dried minced onion more concentrated flavor than fresh    
•     onion
• 3 tablespoons neutral-tasting oil
• 3 tablespoons white vinegar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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• Directions:
Place the sliced cucumbers in a medium-sized bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining ingredients. Pour over the cucumbers and stir to combine. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours before serving, stirring it a couple of times. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve cold or at room temperature.