Description
A refreshing cucumber salad packed with crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, fresh herbs, and a tangy-sweet dressing. Light, healthy, and full of flavor, perfect for summer meals or as a side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Get your cutting board, knife, and mixing bowl ready.
- Combine Ingredients: Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, garlic, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl until smooth.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Add sliced cucumbers, red onion, and cherry tomatoes into the bowl.
- Assemble the Dish: Pour the dressing over the veggies and toss gently to coat.
- Cook to Perfection: Chill the salad in the fridge for 20 minutes to let flavors meld.
- Finishing Touches: Sprinkle in fresh dill and mint before serving.
- Serve and Enjoy: Plate and enjoy the crunchy, refreshing flavors.
Notes
- Slice cucumbers thinly and evenly for best texture.
- Don’t skip chilling time—it enhances flavor.
- Adjust sweetness and acidity to taste.
- Best enjoyed within 24 hours but lasts up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cucumber salad, healthy salad, refreshing summer salad, vegetarian side dish