Smashed Cucumber Dill Salad Recipe Gluten-Free
A refreshing, gluten-free smashed cucumber dill salad! An easy summer side dish recipe combining cucumbers, fresh dill, and a tangy dressing.
Servings: 2 servings
Equipment
- Large knife
- Cutting board
- Large bowl
- Spoon
- Dinner bowl
Ingredients
- 4 mini cucumbers, fresh
- 4 tbsp rice wine vinegar
- fresh dill, chopped
- salt
- fresh pea shoots, optional
Instructions
- Using a large knife, smash the cucumbers.
- Cut into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl combine the vegetables, fresh herbs, and salt. Toss to coat.
- Add vinegar and mix to combine.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Replace the dill with green onions or fresh garlic.
- Apple cider vinegar can be substituted for rice wine vinegar as they both have a sweet flavor. You could also try some fresh lemon juice.
- Light soy sauce (gluten-free) can be used instead of the vinegar.
- Drizzle with homemade chili oil, toasted sesame oil, olive oil, or your favorite neutral oil.
- Dried dill can be substituted for fresh dill fronds.