Side DishSalad

Uborkasaláta (Hungarian Cucumber Salad)

Name: Uborkasaláta (Hungarian Cucumber Salad)
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: hungarian
Ingredients: 2 pcs cucumber thinly sliced; 1 tsp salt; 0.25 cup white vinegar; 0.25 cup water; 1 tbsp granulated sugar; 1 clove garlic minced; 0.5 tsp paprika; 0.25 tsp black pepper freshly ground

This refreshing Hungarian cucumber salad features thinly sliced cucumbers marinated in a tangy vinegar dressing with a hint of sweetness and a touch of paprika. It's a simple yet flavorful side dish, perfect for warm weather or alongside heartier meals.

An original recipe by Forkin

Total time: 45 min
Serves: 4
Difficulty: Easy
Per serving: 44 kcal

VeganVegetarianGluten-free

Mise en place

Ingredients

2 pcscucumber, thinly sliced
1 tspsalt

dressing

0.25 cupwhite vinegar
0.25 cupwater
1 tbspgranulated sugar
1 clovegarlic, minced
0.5 tsppaprika
0.25 tspblack pepper, freshly ground

Equipment

bowl · mandoline slicer · colander · whisk

The method

Step by step

1
Place the thinly sliced cucumber into a colander.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Using a mandoline slicer will ensure even, very thin slices.
2
Sprinkle the salt over the cucumber slices and toss gently to coat.
About 1 min
3
Let the cucumbers sit for 15-20 minutes to draw out excess water.
About 15 min
Cook’s note: This step is crucial for preventing a watery salad and concentrating flavor.
4
While the cucumbers are resting, prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the white vinegar, water, granulated sugar, minced garlic, paprika, and black pepper until the sugar is dissolved.
About 3 min
5
After resting, firmly squeeze the excess water from the cucumbers. You can use your hands or press them between paper towels.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Remove as much liquid as possible to keep the salad crisp.
6
Transfer the squeezed cucumbers to a medium serving bowl.
7
Pour the prepared dressing over the cucumbers and toss to coat evenly.
About 1 min
8
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
About 30 min
Cook’s note: Chilling improves the texture and taste of the salad.
9
Serve cold as a refreshing side dish.

Per serving

Nutrition

72%Score

Calories: 43.5kcal
Protein: 1.2g
Carbs: 10g
Fat: 0.2g
Fibre: 0.9g
Sugar: 6.3g

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.