Lemon Cucumbers
Brighten up your table with this vibrant and refreshing Lemon Cucumbers recipe! Featuring the unique, mildly sweet crunch of lemon cucumbers dressed in a zesty herb vinaigrette, this dish is a celebration of simple, fresh flavors. The vinaigrette, made with extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, and fragrant herbs like dill and parsley, perfectly complements the delicate taste of the cucumbers. With a hint of garlic and optional red pepper flakes for a touch of heat, this no-cook salad comes together in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal side dish or light, guilt-free snack. Serve it chilled for maximum flavor impact and enjoy a dish that's as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfect for summer gatherings, healthy lunches, or anytime you crave a refreshing, garden-inspired treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pieces lemon cucumbers
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Wash the lemon cucumbers thoroughly and pat them dry with a clean towel.
Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds and set them aside in a large mixing bowl.
In a small bowl, prepare the vinaigrette by whisking together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard until emulsified.
Finely chop the fresh dill and parsley, and add them to the vinaigrette.
Mince the garlic clove and whisk it into the vinaigrette.
Season the vinaigrette with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using), then mix well.
Pour the herb vinaigrette over the sliced lemon cucumbers in the mixing bowl, gently tossing to coat all the slices evenly.
Cover the bowl and let the salad marinate in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve the lemon cucumbers chilled as a side dish or enjoy them on their own as a refreshing snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
328 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.4 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1306 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.3 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.3 g | ||
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 66 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 526 mg | 11% | |
*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.
