Lighter Cucumber Salad
Crisp, refreshing, and effortlessly light, this Lighter Cucumber Salad is the ultimate go-to for a quick and healthy side dish. Featuring thinly sliced cucumbers, zesty red onion, and fragrant fresh dill, this low-calorie recipe is tossed in a tangy yet subtly sweet dressing made with white vinegar, olive oil, and a touch of honey. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, it’s a perfect choice for busy weeknights, summer barbecues, or as a fresh accompaniment to grilled proteins. Serve it chilled to let the bright flavors shine and enjoy this simple salad that balances health and taste beautifully.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumber
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 3 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and pat them dry. Next, slice them into thin rounds using a sharp knife or mandoline slicer. If desired, peel the cucumbers partially or fully before slicing.
Peel and thinly slice half a red onion into fine half-moons. Set aside with the cucumbers.
Chop fresh dill finely to release its fragrance and flavor.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the white vinegar, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined. This will be your salad dressing.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, red onion, and chopped dill.
Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and gently toss everything together until evenly coated.
Let the salad marinate for 5-10 minutes in the refrigerator to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled as a light side dish or appetizing starter. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
304 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.0 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.5 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1202 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.5 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.9 g | ||
| Protein | 6.1 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 157 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1341 mg | 29% | |
*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.
