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Pennsylvania Dutch Cucumbers

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Pennsylvania Dutch Cucumbers are a crisp, tangy, and lightly sweet cucumber salad, perfect for hot days or as a side to hearty comfort meals. Made with thinly sliced cucumbers and onions in a vinegar-sugar dressing, it’s chilled and marinated for a simple dish that’s full of old-fashioned flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced

  • 1/2 small onion, very thinly sliced (white or yellow)

  • 1/2 cup white vinegar

  • 1/4 cup water

  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (adjust to taste)

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

  • Optional: 1/4 teaspoon celery seed or fresh dill for extra flavor

Instructions

  1. Prep cucumbers and onions: Place the thinly sliced cucumbers and onions in a medium bowl.

  2. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, water, sugar, salt, and pepper until sugar dissolves. Add celery seed or dill if using.

  3. Combine and chill: Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and onions. Toss to coat evenly.

  4. Marinate: Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 24 hours. Stir before serving for even flavor.

 

Notes

  • For extra crunch, don’t peel the cucumbers.

  • This salad gets better the longer it sits—great for make-ahead meals.

 

  • Serve with pork, sausage, or traditional PA Dutch dishes like pot pie or chicken and waffles.

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