Vintage Guitar String-Style Cucumber Salad
A refreshing salad with crisp cucumbers, dill, and a bright lemon dressing, evoking the authentic craftsmanship of vintage Martin guitars. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 20 minutes pairs (chopped) fresh dill, (thinly sliced) red onion, lemon juice into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 medium (thinly sliced) English cucumbers
- 2 tbsp (chopped) fresh dill
- 1/4 cup (thinly sliced) red onion
- 1.5 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 1.5 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp dijon mustard, and 1/4 tsp sea salt until emulsified.
- Step 2: Place 2 medium thinly sliced English cucumbers in a large bowl. Add 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion and 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill.
- Step 3: Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Step 4: Taste and adjust seasoning before serving chilled as a refreshing side dish or light meal.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Vintage Guitar String-Style Cucumber Salad take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (20 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Vintage Guitar String-Style Cucumber Salad?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (chopped) fresh dill from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Vintage Guitar String-Style Cucumber Salad?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Vintage Guitar String-Style Cucumber Salad for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Vintage Guitar String-Style Cucumber Salad?
Mediterranean salads like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
