Description
Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish perfect for summer gatherings or casual lunches. This no-cook salad features crisp cucumbers and colorful sweet peppers, all tossed in a light honey-apple cider vinaigrette that enhances the natural flavors of the vegetables. Quick to prepare in just 10 minutes, this healthy option is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients, making it an excellent choice for any meal. Enjoy it as a standalone dish, alongside grilled chicken, or as a delightful addition to your picnic basket.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 2 sweet peppers (red or yellow), thinly sliced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Wash and pat dry the cucumbers. Thinly slice them along with the sweet peppers and red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, sweet peppers, and red onion. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently to coat.
- Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg