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Refreshing Paleo Vegan Dill Cucumber Salad (Whole30 & AIP Option)

Last Updated on November 15, 2019 by Jean Choi 22 Comments

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This Paleo Vegan Dill Cucumber Salad comes together in 5 minutes, and it’s a crunchy and refreshing side dish to any meal! Whole30 and AIP options available.

Most days of the week, my philosophy on side dishes is, “Whatever’s the easiest and quickest, while being healthy.” It usually doesn’t take too much effort to make veggies delicious and flavorful, especially when you buy high quality produce that’s local and organic.

Paleo Vegan Dill Cucumber Salad Recipe

This Paleo Vegan Dill Cucumber Salad fits the bill perfectly and it’s so refreshing on a hot day. It’s so simple and and easy, and it literally takes only 5 minutes from start to finish. I think I make it about 3-4 times a week because my husband and I both love it and it’s just so quick to throw together that it makes my job so easy.

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For That Extra Refreshing Crunch…

When it comes to cucumber salads, the crunchier, the better in my opinion. And if you like yours extra extra crunchy like me, use pickling cucumbers like kirby in this recipe! Pickling cucumbers are firmer, extra crunchy, and mild in flavor, so they are perfect for soaking up the dressing and spices without losing the texture.

Even if you aren’t serving this Paleo Vegan Dill Cucumber Salad right away and you let it sit in the fridge to let it pickle more, the cucumbers will soften a bit but it will still retain that refreshing and satisfying crunch way better than standard cucumbers.

I prefer this salad eaten right away, but we’ve saved leftovers for 3 days and it still tastes really yummy. The cucumbers will wilt and pickle more the longer it sits, while sweating out more juice as well, so you can drain it before serving if that happens.

Paleo Vegan Dill Cucumber Salad

Whole30 or AIP Options

This recipe is so versatile and you can adjust it according to your dietary restrictions without affecting the flavor too much. If you are doing the Whole30 challenge, just leave out the coconut sugar. If you are AIP, all you have to do is omit the ground black pepper.

It’s so easy to add ingredients or spices if you are feeling adventurous. I’ve added sliced olives, grated carrots, or red pepper flakes to this Paleo Vegan Dill Cucumber Salad, and it turns out yummy every time with these small variations!

Paleo Vegan Dill Cucumber Salad

Refreshing Paleo Vegan Dill Cucumber Salad (Whole30 & AIP Optional)

This Paleo Vegan Dill Cucumber Salad comes together in 5 minutes, and it's a crunchy and refreshing side dish to any meal! Whole30 and AIP options available. 
5 from 17 votes
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Course: Salad, Side Dish
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 24kcal
Author: Jean Choi

Ingredients

  • 1 lb pickling cucumbers or English cucumbers
  • 1/2 medium onion sliced thinly
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill packed
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1 tsp coconut sugar, or more to taste omit for Whole30
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper omit for AIP
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar

Instructions

  • Use a mandolin or a sharp knife to cut the cucumbers into thin slices.
  • Place in a large bowl. 
  • Add the rest of the ingredients and toss together gently.
  • Serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve. It will pickle and sweat more the longer it sits. 
Nutrition Facts
Refreshing Paleo Vegan Dill Cucumber Salad (Whole30 & AIP Optional)
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 24
% Daily Value*
Sodium 586mg25%
Potassium 174mg5%
Carbohydrates 4g1%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 2g2%
Vitamin A 95IU2%
Vitamin C 4.6mg6%
Calcium 19mg2%
Iron 0.3mg2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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By Jean Choi | September 3, 2018

Comments

  1. Emily @ Recipes to Nourish says

    September 3, 2018 at 4:35 pm

    5 stars
    Love this salad – it’s so pretty and simple too. ! It reminds me of one that I used to get as a young girl with my mom. It was our favorite!

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  2. Tessa Simpson says

    September 10, 2018 at 11:20 am

    5 stars
    these quick pickled cucumber salads are the bomb!! So quick and so flavorful!! I especially love them with Asian foods!

    Reply
  3. Joni Gomes says

    September 10, 2018 at 12:28 pm

    5 stars
    Dill and cucumber belong together!! My grandpa used to make a salad just like this, that was his contribution to any big family meal 🙂

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  4. Renee says

    September 10, 2018 at 2:24 pm

    5 stars
    One of my girls is obsessed with cucumber salads like this – she would eat the whole bowl! So pretty and refreshing!

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  5. linda spiker says

    September 10, 2018 at 2:53 pm

    5 stars
    Cucumbers are so refreshing and cool. Love them in a summer salad!

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  6. Annemarie says

    September 11, 2018 at 4:42 am

    5 stars
    This looks amazing! I know what I’ll be making the next time I get cucumbers and dill in the same week at my farm share.

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  7. yang says

    September 11, 2018 at 9:08 am

    5 stars
    This is a beautiful salad and so simple at the same time! Love it.

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  8. ericka says

    September 11, 2018 at 2:18 pm

    I like your recipes.

    Reply
  9. Kari - Get Inspired Everyday! says

    September 12, 2018 at 2:48 pm

    5 stars
    This looks so refreshing! I love quick pickled salads, so I definitely need to try this out, right after I pick up some dill!

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  10. Lindsey says

    September 13, 2018 at 5:56 am

    5 stars
    Quick anything and few ingredients is my kind of dish! This is so refreshing and perfect for the cukes I STILL have coming out of my garden!

    Reply
  11. ChihYu says

    September 14, 2018 at 8:10 pm

    5 stars
    Hmm…they are totally delicious! And they go well with so many savory main dishes!

    Reply
  12. anne says

    September 16, 2018 at 5:55 pm

    5 stars
    it’s the simple things that taste the best! I have a recipe similar to this and I make it frequently during the summer when cucmbers are in season!

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  13. Carol Little R.H. @studiobotanica says

    September 16, 2018 at 7:24 pm

    5 stars
    What a delightful cuke salad! I cannot wait to try this one. I’ve made similar but never just like this so will
    make for sure. Dill is SO good for us. Definitely this is a wonderful digestive system supportive recipe!

    Reply
  14. kathryn says

    September 16, 2018 at 7:34 pm

    5 stars
    What a beautiful salad. I always forget about cucumbers for some reason, but this salad would make the perfect side dish,

    Reply
  15. Christina Shoemaker says

    September 17, 2018 at 7:08 am

    5 stars
    I love how simple this is! And the coconut sugar is a brilliant idea! Perfect side dish!!

    Reply
  16. Jules Shepard says

    October 26, 2018 at 12:41 pm

    5 stars
    One of my favorite things about summer is cucumbers from the garden. Another one of my favorite things is this salad! Love this recipe!

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  17. Linda says

    July 16, 2020 at 3:46 pm

    5 stars
    So refreshing and delicious! Perfect side to grilled salmon! Thank you for sharing!

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    • Jean Choi says

      July 17, 2020 at 7:11 am

      I’m so glad you enjoyed!!

      Reply
  18. Emily says

    September 4, 2020 at 6:30 pm

    5 stars
    Soooooo tasty and refreshing!

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    • Jean Choi says

      September 8, 2020 at 2:26 pm

      Yay! Thank you!!

      Reply
  19. Bernadette says

    May 26, 2021 at 1:16 pm

    5 stars
    Delicious, one of my favorite salads growing up! I added fresh basil as I only had dried dill…a family hit!

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    • Jean Choi says

      May 28, 2021 at 4:11 pm

      So glad it worked out!

      Reply

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