Description
Cucumber Pepper Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer. Bursting with crunch from fresh cucumbers and colorful bell peppers, this salad is tossed in a zesty dressing that enhances its natural flavors. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or as a light meal, it’s quick to prepare and sure to impress your guests. Enjoy each bite as a delightful escape into the warm weather!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups sliced cucumbers (about 2 medium cucumbers)
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers (1 large red or yellow pepper)
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and slice the cucumbers into thin rounds. Chop the bell peppers into bite-sized pieces.
- Thinly slice the red onion; soak in cold water for about 10 minutes if you prefer a milder flavor.
- In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, bell peppers, and onions.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Let sit for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg