Spicy Lightly Pickled Cucumbers

• porce: 8 servings

Ingredience

2 lb. medium Persian cucumbers (about 12), cut lengthwise into spears

¼ cup white wine vinegar or unseasoned rice vinegar

1 tsp. sugar

¾ tsp. crushed red pepper flakes

2 tsp. kosher salt, plus more

2 Tbsp. chopped dill

2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice

Pokyny

Toss cucumbers in a large bowl with vinegar, sugar, red pepper flakes, and 2 tsp. salt. Chill, tossing once, at least 1 hour and up to 6 hours.

Just before serving, add dill and lemon juice and toss to combine. Taste and season with more salt if needed.