Cucumber Salad Recipe

Here’s a refreshing and traditional Cucumber Salad Recipe that’s easy, tangy, and perfect as a side dish — especially for rich Hungarian meals like goulash, paprikash, or schnitzel.

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🥒 Hungarian-Style Cucumber Salad (Uborkasaláta)

🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes

⏲ Marinating Time: 30 minutes (optional but better)

🍽 Serves: 4

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🛒 Ingredients:

• 2 large English cucumbers (or 3 regular cucumbers)
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp white vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
• 1 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
• ½ cup cold water
• 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
• ¼ tsp ground black pepper
• 1 tsp sweet paprika, for garnish
• 2 tbsp sour cream (optional – for creamy version)
• Fresh dill or parsley (optional)