Hungarian Cucumber Salad Recipe

Name: Hungarian Cucumber Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 medium cucumbers, peeled; 2 tablespoons salt (or more); 1/2 cup sugar (or less, to taste); 1/4 cup red wine vinegar, plus; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1/4 cup vegetable oil, plus; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 large red onion, diced; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional); 2 tablespoons fresh dill; 2 teaspoons sweet paprika

Servings: persons

6 medium cucumbers, peeled
2 tablespoons salt (or more)
1/2 cup sugar (or less, to taste)
1/4 cup red wine vinegar, plus
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup vegetable oil, plus
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large red onion, diced
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
2 tablespoons fresh dill
2 teaspoons sweet paprika

1
Cut cucumbers in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds.
2
Cut cucumber halves crosswise into 1/4-inch-wide half rounds.
3
Put cucumbers in a colander and sprinkle with salt.
4
Toss with your hands to mix well.
5
Let stand about 1 hour.
6
Rinse cucumbers if desired.
7
Gently squeeze water out of cucumbers and drain on paper towels.
8
When well drained, return to colander.
9
In a large bowl, whisk sugar, vinegar, mustard and oil.
10
Add cucumbers and mix with hands.
11
Mix in onion and garlic, if using.
12
Cover and refrigerate 2 hours.
13
Add fresh dill and paprika.
14
Mix well.
15
Can be stored in refrigerator up to 1 week.

339

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 medium cucumbers, peeled, 2 tablespoons salt (or more), 1/2 cup sugar (or less, to taste), 1/4 cup red wine vinegar, plus, and more.

Yes, Hungarian Cucumber Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Hungarian Cucumber Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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