The James T. Callow Folklore Archive

Recipe: Cucumber Salad

2-3 large cucumbers, salt and pepper
olive oil and vinegar to taste
1 tbs. dill (optional)
Peel cucumbers and slice very thin. Salt generously and let stand
half an hour. Drain off liquid, press down with weight, and drain
again. Season with a little pepper, and add olive oil and vinegar
in proportion of 2 parts oil to 1 of vinegar. Fresh dill is an
excellent addition to cucumber salad. Serves 4 to 6.

Submitter comment: This salad is also a favorite of the Polish people and is used
instead of tossed green salad on many occasions.

Where learned: MICHIGAN ; HAMTRAMCK

Date learned: 02-15-1992