Cucumbers with Dill

Lunch

Sprinkling cucumber slices with salt and letting them stand in a colander draws out excess water so they stay crisp when set on a barbecue buffet. Try this cucumber dill salad alongside any grilled entree.

Average Rating: 4.875

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 20 min. + chilling
YIELD: 6 servings.

Ingredients

2 medium cucumbers, sliced 1/8 inch thick
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1/2 cup white vinegar
1/4 cup snipped fresh dill
3 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper

Instructions

1. Place cucumber slices in a colander over a plate; sprinkle with salt and toss. Let stand for 15 minutes, stirring once. Rinse and drain well.
2. In a large bowl, combine the vinegar, dill, sugar and pepper. Add cucumbers; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

2/3 cup: 35 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 480mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein.
Diabetic Exchanges:
1 vegetable, 1/2 starch.