Heart-Healthy Fresh Dill Cucumber Salad
Cool, crisp, and irresistibly refreshing, this Heart-Healthy Fresh Dill Cucumber Salad is the perfect guilt-free side dish or light snack that packs a flavorful punch. Made with hydrating English cucumbers, fragrant fresh dill, and thinly sliced red onions, this vibrant salad is dressed in a zesty blend of extra-virgin olive oil, tangy lemon juice, garlic, and a touch of honey or agave syrup for a balanced sweetness. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, it’s a quick and easy recipe that’s as nutritious as it is satisfying. Whether you’re looking to complement a summer barbecue or add a wholesome twist to your lunch, this salad is ideal for clean eating enthusiasts seeking fresh, heart-healthy recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 English cucumbers
- 0.25 cup Fresh dill
- 0.5 small Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Honey or agave syrup
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
1. Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and slice them thinly. For best results, use a mandoline slicer to achieve even, thin slices.
2. Finely chop the fresh dill and set aside.
3. Peel and thinly slice the red onion. For a milder onion flavor, soak onions in cold water for a few minutes before using, then drain well.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic clove, honey or agave syrup, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
5. In a large salad bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, red onion slices, and chopped dill.
6. Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss well to coat all ingredients evenly.
7. Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to an hour before serving for an even fresher taste.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
389 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.5 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1204 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.1 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.3 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.9 g | ||
| Protein | 6.3 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 145 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1110 mg | 24% | |
*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.
