Cucumber Sprout Salad
Refreshing, crisp, and packed with vibrant flavors, this Cucumber Sprout Salad is the ultimate light and healthy dish for any occasion. Featuring crunchy English cucumbers, nutrient-rich sprouts, juicy cherry tomatoes, and aromatic fresh dill, this salad is a celebration of fresh produce. A zesty dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, and a touch of honey ties everything together with a perfect balance of tang and sweetness. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring zero cooking time, this no-fuss salad is ideal as a quick lunch, a colorful side dish, or a crowd-pleasing addition to your next gathering. Whether served immediately or slightly chilled, it’s a delightful burst of freshness in every bite. Keywords: cucumber salad, healthy salad recipe, quick salad, fresh vegetable salad, sprout salad with lemon dressing.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces English cucumber
- 2 cups Sprouts (alfalfa or mung bean)
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 0.25 cup Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the cucumbers, sprouts, and cherry tomatoes.
Thinly slice the cucumbers into rounds. For added texture, consider using a mandoline or peeling the cucumber in stripes to create a decorative effect.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and finely dice the red onion.
In a large salad bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, sprouts, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
Chop the fresh dill finely and sprinkle it over the salad mixture.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if necessary by adding a pinch more salt or black pepper.
Serve immediately for the freshest taste, or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes before serving for a chilled version.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
688 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.4 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1235 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.2 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.3 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.9 g | ||
| Protein | 20.2 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 287 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 1734 mg | 37% | |
*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.
