Ingredients

10 pickling cucumbers or 3 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon salt, divided2 cups white vinegar1 cup sugar1/2 cup lemon juice3 teaspoons celery seed1 teaspoon pepper2 medium onions, halved and thinly sliced

Preparation

Place cucumbers in a colander over a plate; sprinkle with 1 tablespoon salt and toss. Let stand 30 minutes. Drain.

In a small bowl, whisk vinegar, sugar, lemon juice, celery seed, pepper and remaining salt until blended. In a large bowl, combine cucumbers and onions. Pour dressing over cucumber mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, at least 2 hours before serving.