Cucumber Vinaigrette
Brighten up your salads and side dishes with this refreshing cucumber vinaigrette, a quick and easy dressing that comes together in just 10 minutes! Made with crisp cucumber, fragrant fresh dill, a hint of honey, and a splash of white wine vinegar, this tangy yet slightly sweet vinaigrette is the perfect companion for leafy greens, roasted veggies, or even as a light dipping sauce. Blended to a smooth, creamy consistency with a touch of olive oil and garlic, this versatile dressing captures the essence of fresh, garden flavors while being naturally gluten-free and wholesome. Customize the thickness with a bit of water, chill to let the flavors meld, and drizzle your way to a revitalized dish. Perfectly simple, remarkably flavorful, and sure to become a staple in your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium (peeled, seeded, and chopped) Cucumber
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons White wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon (chopped) Fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 clove (minced) Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons (optional, for thinning) Water
Instructions
Peel the cucumber, cut it in half lengthwise, and scoop out the seeds with a spoon. Chop the cucumber into chunks.
In a blender or food processor, combine the chopped cucumber, olive oil, white wine vinegar, fresh dill, honey, garlic, salt, and black pepper.
Blend until the mixture is smooth. If the vinaigrette is too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of water and blend again until you reach your desired consistency.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed by adding more salt, vinegar, or honey according to preference.
Transfer the vinaigrette to a jar or container with a lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld together.
Shake or stir before serving. Enjoy drizzled over your favorite salads, roasted vegetables, or as a dip!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
567 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.3 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1189 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.4 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.1 g | ||
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 48 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 352 mg | 8% | |
*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.
