Crisp Sauteed Cucumbers with Lemon
Brighten up your table with this quick and flavorful recipe for Crisp Sautéed Cucumbers with Lemon! Perfect as a light side dish or a refreshing snack, this dish transforms simple ingredients into something extraordinary. Fresh English cucumbers are sautéed in olive oil with fragrant garlic until just tender yet still crunchy, then elevated with a splash of zesty lemon juice and a sprinkle of fresh dill. Ready in under 20 minutes, this vibrant, low-carb recipe pairs beautifully with grilled meats or fish and is an effortless way to bring a touch of brightness to your meal. Whether you’re looking for a unique cucumber recipe or a quick side with Mediterranean flair, this dish is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large English cucumbers
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 medium Lemon
- 1 tablespoon Fresh dill
Instructions
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and pat them dry. Slice them into 1/4-inch thick rounds or into thin half-moons if preferred.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
Add the cucumber slices to the pan in a single layer. Sprinkle them with salt and black pepper.
Cook the cucumbers for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally. They should remain crisp but lightly golden on the edges.
Halve the lemon and squeeze its juice over the cucumbers. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Turn off the heat and transfer the sautéed cucumbers to a serving dish.
Sprinkle the dish with fresh chopped dill for garnish before serving.
Serve immediately as a light side dish or snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
400 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.8 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1200 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.9 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.4 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.8 g | ||
| Protein | 7.6 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 160 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1304 mg | 28% | |
*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.
