Thai Cucumber Salad
This hot-cool salad contains no oil, and improves with age.

2 medium cucumbers, peeled and seeded
1/2 cup very finely minced red onion
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons sugar
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
1/2 cup finely minced red or green bell pepper, (optional)
1 small Thai red chile (or serrano), seeded and minced (optional)
Cut cucumbers into quarters lengthwise, then slice thinly. Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl. Mix gently. Cover tightly, and let marinate in the refrigerator at least 4 hours. Serve cold.