Lighten up Your Barbecue Menu With This Fresh Salad

An easy to make, light, and crunchy salad, boasting a balance of sour and sweet.

A little sweet, a little sour and a hint of crunch. Antonis Achilleos/TNS

This cucumber vinegar salad has the perfect balance between sweet and sour flavors, plus a hint of fresh dill. The red onion adds a nice crunch.

Cucumber Vinegar Salad

Active Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 1 hour

Serves 4

• 6 Persian cucumbers
• 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup thinly sliced red onion
• 1/4 cup white-wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
• 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper

Using a mandoline (or sharp knife), thinly slice cucumbers 1/4-inch thick. Transfer the cucumber slices to a fine-mesh strainer set over a large bowl; sprinkle with sugar and salt. Toss to combine. Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.