Cucumber and Onion Salad

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
• 4 tablespoons water
• 1/2 cup white vinegar
• 1 large english cucumber, sliced 1/4 inch thick
• 1/2 large yellow onion, sliced thin
• 2 cloves garlic, smashed
• 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh dill

Instructions

1. 1

   In a deep container with a tight-fitting lid, stir together the sugar, salt, pepper, water, and vinegar until the sugar is mostly dissolved.

2. 2

   Add the cucumber, onion, and garlic to the container and stir until all ingredients are submerged in the liquid.

3. 3

   Let the salad sit for 2 hours, then drain, garnish with dill, and serve.