Elevate your summer meals with this vibrant and refreshing Crisp Cucumber Ribbon Salad, a stunning dish thatβs as beautiful as it is delicious. Made with delicate, thinly sliced cucumber ribbons, this no-cook recipe is tossed in a zesty lemon-honey dressing and sprinkled with fragrant fresh dill for a pop of herbal flavor. A finishing touch of toasted sesame seeds adds a hint of nuttiness and irresistible crunch. Ready in just 15 minutes, this light and healthy salad is perfect for warm-weather picnics, BBQs, or as a side dish for any occasion. With its fresh, crisp textures and simple, wholesome ingredients, this recipe is a must-try for lovers of quick and easy cucumber salads!
Wash and dry the cucumbers thoroughly.
Using a vegetable peeler or mandoline, slice the cucumbers lengthwise into thin ribbons. Discard the seedy centers.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Place the cucumber ribbons in a large mixing bowl and pour the prepared dressing over them.
Gently toss the cucumber ribbons to coat them evenly with the dressing.
Finely chop the fresh dill and sprinkle it over the salad. Gently mix to distribute the dill.
Transfer the salad to a serving dish and garnish with toasted sesame seeds.
Serve immediately for maximum freshness and crunch.
Calories |
403 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 29.0 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1200 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.5 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.9 g | ||
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 140 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1245 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.