Grandma's Cucumber and Onion Salad

This simple cucumber onion salad has a sweet and tart homemade vinegar dressing for a cool and refreshing summer side dish perfect for a crowd!

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 130 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups white sugar
• 2 teaspoons salt, or to taste
• 1 tablespoon celery seed
• 1 cup sliced green bell pepper
• 1 cup white vinegar
• 1 cup sliced onions
• salt as needed
• 7 cups sliced cucumbers

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Gather all ingredients.

Step 2

Place cucumbers in a colander and liberally sprinkle with salt. Set aside until water starts to release from cucumbers, about 15 minutes. Drain and rinse cucumbers.

Step 3

Mix together cucumbers, onions, and green bell pepper in a serving bowl.

Step 4

Pour dressing over cucumber mixture; stir until evenly coated.

Step 5

To make the dressing: Whisk sugar, vinegar, celery seed, and salt together in a medium bowl until smooth.