Recipe of Red Onion and Cucumber Salad

The crispy cucumber beats the boiling summer heat, low calories, balances electrolytes and packed with nutrients.

Ingredients for Red Onion and Cucumber Salad

• 4 Red Onions, Cut into long thin strips
• Salt as per taste
• 6 Cucumbers, peeled, seeded, and thinly sliced
• 4 teaspoons peeled grated fresh Ginger
• 4 cloves Garlic crushed
• 4 tablespoons minced fresh Chives
• 4 tablespoons Rice Vinegar
• 1 cup Vegetable Oil
• 1 tea spoon crushed Red Pepper flakes
• Freshly ground black pepper

Method for preparing Red Onion and

Cucumber Salad

1. Place the onions in a large bowl; set aside.
2. In a sieve, lightly salt the cucumbers and let drain for about 10 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, whisk together the Ginger, Garlic, Chives, and Vinegar in a small bowl.
4.  While whisking, slowly add the oil and whisk until smooth.
5. Add the Red Pepper flakes, and season to taste with salt and pepper.
6. Add the cucumbers to the onions and toss well.
7.  Add the dressing and toss well.
8.  Adjust the seasonings.
9. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours before serving.
10. Serve chilled.