Pressed Cucumber Salad (Pressgurka)

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 5

Refreshing Pressed Cucumber Salad recipe for a summer day

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Very easy

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Pressed Cucumber Salad, or Pressgurka, is a popular Swedish dish that is served as a side dish or a topping for sandwiches and burgers. This salad is particularly popular during hot summer days, as it provides a refreshing and cooling sensation. The salad is prepared by slicing the cucumber thinly and then pounding it lightly with salt to release excess moisture. The cucumber is then mixed with a tangy dressing made of vinegar, sugar, white pepper, and chopped parsley. The salad is then left to marinate in the fridge for at least an hour before serving. This dish is a simple and healthy way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet, and is perfect to serve as a refreshing side dish on a hot summer day.

Instructions

1.	Slice the cucumber thinly and place it in a mixing bowl.
2.	Add salt and mix well. Let it sit for 10 minutes to release excess water.
3.	In a separate bowl, mix together vinegar and sugar until the sugar is dissolved.
4.	Add the white pepper and chopped parsley to the vinegar mixture.
5.	Squeeze out the excess moisture from the cucumber and add it to the vinegar mixture.
6.	Stir well and cover the mixing bowl.
7.	Let the salad sit in a refrigerator for at least 1 hour to absorb the flavors.

PROS

This Pressed Cucumber Salad is low in calories, fat, and sugar, making it a healthy addition to your meals.

It is simple and easy to make, and requires minimal ingredients.

The vinegar in this recipe provides a tangy and refreshing taste that complements the cucumber well.

CONS

Some people may not enjoy the texture of the softened cucumber.

It may be too sour for some people’s taste buds.

This salad may not be substantial enough to serve as a standalone meal and may require additional dishes.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cucumbers are high in water content, making them great for keeping you hydrated.
They are also a good source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamins C and K, and potassium.
The vinegar used in this recipe may aid in digestion, and has been linked to reducing inflammation and controlling blood sugar levels.

	1 English cucumber ( the kind that come wrapped in plastic )
	1/4 teaspoon salt
	1/3 cup vinegar
	1/4 cup sugar
	1/4 teaspoon white pepper
	2 tablespoons chopped parsley