Description
This refreshing Cucumber and Sweet Pepper Salad is a perfect side dish for any summer meal. Crisp cucumbers and colorful sweet peppers are tossed in a tangy vinaigrette for a burst of fresh flavors.
Ingredients
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Cucumber Salad:
- 2 cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
Vinaigrette:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, and red onion.
- Make Vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, white wine vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Toss Salad: Pour the vinaigrette over the vegetables and toss until well coated.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Serve cold and enjoy!
Notes
- This salad is best served chilled.
- You can add fresh herbs like dill or parsley for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg