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Name: Easy Pickled Cucumber Onion Bell Pepper Salad Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium cucumbers, sliced into thin rounds; 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced; 1 whole bell pepper (any color), cut into thin strips; 1 cup white vinegar; 1 cup water; ½ cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste); 1 tablespoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon dried dill (optional)

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Easy Pickled Cucumber Onion Bell Pepper Salad Recipe

August 15, 2026

There's something magical about the crunch of fresh vegetables soaking in a tangy, sweet brine. This Pickled Cucumber Onion Bell Pepper Salad is a burst of summer in a jar, combining crisp cucumbers, sharp red onion, and colorful bell peppers with a bright vinegar dressing. It's one of those salads with pickles that instantly elevates any meal – from juicy burgers to grilled chicken. Plus, it's incredibly versatile: you can serve it as a bell pepper side at your next cookout or keep it simple as a light lunch.

Easy Pickled Cucumber Onion Bell Pepper Salad Recipe

The best part? This recipe comes together in no time, and the flavors get even better as it chills. If you love recipes with pickled onions and are always on the lookout for recipes using cucumbers, this is a must-try. It’s also a fantastic pickled salad that works beautifully alongside hearty mains or as a tasty pickle salad on its own. Once you try this pickled cucumber recipe, you'll want to keep a jar in your fridge all season long. And if you're into cucumber salad canning recipes, this one adapts well to larger batches!

Easy Pickled Cucumber Onion Bell Pepper Salad Recipe

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.8 (47 ratings)

⏱️ Prep: 15 mins 🍳 Cook: 0 mins 🍽️ Servings: 4

Ingredients

Vegetables

2 medium cucumbers, sliced into thin rounds 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced 1 whole bell pepper (any color), cut into thin strips

Brine

1 cup white vinegar 1 cup water ½ cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste) 1 tablespoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon dried dill (optional)

Instructions

Rinse the vegetables: Thoroughly rinse the cucumbers, onion, and bell pepper under cold water. Using a sharp knife or mandoline, slice them into uniform thin pieces.
Make the brine: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the white vinegar, water, sugar, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and dill if using. Continue whisking until the sugar and salt are completely dissolved.
Combine: Place the sliced vegetables into a clean glass jar or airtight container. Pour the prepared brine over the vegetables, making sure they are fully submerged in the liquid.
Chill: Secure the lid tightly and give the jar a gentle shake to evenly distribute the brine. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, then serve chilled.