Thursday, March 27, 2008

Cucumber Salad


2 whole cucumbers
1/3 cup finely diced onion
1 clove garlic, chopped
2 sprigs fresh dill, chopped, or 1 teaspoon dried dillweed
2 tablespoons salad oil
3 tablespoons red wine (or cider) vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
Pepper to taste
Peel
cucumbers, slice thin and drain off excess liquid. Combine with remaining ingredients in bowl; mix well. Marinate at least an hour. Makes 6 servings. Note: For creamy version, use 1/2 cup mayonnaise instead of vinegar and oil.