Cucumber Mint Salad
Bright, refreshing, and packed with flavor, this Cucumber Mint Salad is the perfect dish to elevate your summer meals. Crisp cucumber slices and fragrant fresh mint leaves are paired with the subtle bite of thinly sliced red onion, then tossed in a zesty lemon-honey dressing for a harmonious balance of tangy and sweet. With just 10 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, this effortless salad makes an ideal side dish for grilled meats, seafood, or as a light appetizer. Served fresh or after a short chill to meld the flavors, this salad is a must-try for anyone seeking a healthy, hydrating, and flavorful addition to their table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large Cucumber
- 0.5 cup Fresh mint leaves
- 0.25 medium Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Honey
Instructions
Wash and dry the cucumbers and fresh mint leaves.
Peel the cucumbers if desired, then slice them into thin rounds. Alternatively, you can quarter them lengthwise and cut into smaller chunks for a chunkier salad.
Finely chop the fresh mint leaves to release their flavor.
Thinly slice 1/4 of a red onion into very fine strips.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and honey to create the dressing.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, mint leaves, and red onion.
Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if necessary.
Serve immediately for the freshest flavor, or refrigerate for 20–30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
489 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.3 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1211 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.8 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.8 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.5 g | ||
| Protein | 12.0 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 515 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 13.9 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 2053 mg | 44% | |
*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.
