Description
Cucumber salad is a refreshing, vibrant dish that combines the crispness of cucumbers with a zesty dressing. Perfect for any occasion, this salad brings a burst of flavor to your table and can be enjoyed as a light snack or a delightful side dish. With its easy preparation and fresh ingredients, it’s bound to impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh parsley or dill, chopped
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp white wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash cucumbers and cherry tomatoes under cold water. Slice cucumbers into thin rounds and halve the tomatoes.
- Thinly slice the red onion and combine with chopped parsley or dill in a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil and white wine vinegar. Season with salt and pepper.
- Pour dressing over the cucumber mixture and gently toss until everything is well coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving for optimal flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider mixing in diced bell peppers or avocado. Substitute cucumbers with zucchini for a different twist. To enhance the flavors, let the salad sit for an hour after mixing.