Side DishSalad

Uborkasaláta

Name: Uborkasaláta
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: hungarian
Ingredients: 2 pcs cucumber thinly sliced; 0.5 tsp salt; 3 tbsp white vinegar; 2 tbsp water; 1 tsp granulated sugar; 1 clove garlic minced; 0.5 tsp paprika

This refreshing Hungarian cucumber salad features thinly sliced cucumbers marinated in a tangy vinaigrette. It's a simple, light side dish that pairs well with many meals, offering a crisp texture and bright flavor.

An original recipe by Forkin

Total time: 45 min
Serves: 4
Difficulty: Easy
Per serving: 31 kcal

VeganVegetarianGluten-free

Mise en place

Ingredients

2 pcscucumber, thinly sliced
0.5 tspsalt
3 tbspwhite vinegar
2 tbspwater
1 tspgranulated sugar
1 clovegarlic, minced

garnish

0.5 tsppaprika

Equipment

mandoline · bowl · colander · whisk

The method

Step by step

1
Wash and thinly slice the cucumbers. You can use a mandoline for even slices if available.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Removing some of the cucumber skin is optional, but traditional for this salad.
2
Place the sliced cucumbers in a bowl and sprinkle with salt.
3
Toss gently to coat and let the cucumbers sit for 15-20 minutes to draw out excess water.
About 20 min
4
While the cucumbers are resting, prepare the dressing by whisking together the white vinegar, water, granulated sugar, and minced garlic in a small bowl.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Adjust the sugar to your preference for a sweeter or tangier dressing.
5
After resting, gently squeeze the excess liquid from the cucumbers. You can do this by hand or by pressing them in a colander.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Squeezing out the water is crucial for a crisp salad that won't become watery.
6
Add the squeezed cucumbers to the dressing and toss to combine.
7
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
About 30 min
Cook’s note: Chilling the salad makes it even more refreshing.
8
Before serving, sprinkle with paprika for color and a subtle smoky flavor.

Per serving

Nutrition

75%Score

Calories: 30.8kcal
Protein: 1.1g
Carbs: 6.9g
Fat: 0.2g
Fibre: 0.8g
Sugar: 3.6g

Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.

Keep it good

Storage

Store leftover uborkasaláta in an airtight container in the refrigerator.