Cucumber Orange Salad
Bright, refreshing, and bursting with citrusy goodness, this Cucumber Orange Salad is the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. Crisp slices of cucumber pair beautifully with juicy navel orange segments, while thinly sliced red onion adds a subtle sharpness. Fresh mint leaves lend a fragrant herbal note, and a zesty citrus vinaigrette made with orange juice, white wine vinegar, honey, and extra-virgin olive oil ties it all together. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring no cooking, this vibrant salad is an ideal side dish for summer gatherings, brunch spreads, or light lunches. Healthy, flavorful, and visually stunning, this recipe will quickly become a go-to favorite for fans of bright, seasonal ingredients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumber
- 3 large navel orange
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 0.25 cup fresh mint leaves
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and peel the cucumbers. Slice them thinly, either into rounds or half-moons, depending on your preference, then place them in a large salad bowl.
Peel the oranges, removing as much of the white pith as possible. Cut the oranges into segments or bite-sized pieces and add them to the bowl with the cucumbers.
Thinly slice the red onion and add to the salad. If you prefer a milder taste, you can soak the onion slices in cold water for 5–10 minutes before adding them.
Chop the fresh mint leaves roughly and sprinkle them over the salad.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, orange juice, white wine vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the citrus vinaigrette.
Drizzle the dressing over the cucumber and orange mixture. Toss gently to combine, ensuring the dressing evenly coats all ingredients.
Let the salad rest for about 5–10 minutes for the flavors to meld, then serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
852 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.0 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1206 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.4 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.4 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 74.3 g | ||
| Protein | 14.5 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 574 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 2656 mg | 57% | |
*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.
