Paleo Fresh Dill Cucumber Salad
Bright, refreshing, and effortlessly simple, this Paleo Fresh Dill Cucumber Salad is the ultimate low-carb side dish packed with flavor and crunch. Featuring crisp cucumber slices, zesty red onion, and aromatic fresh dill, all tossed in a tangy dressing made with fresh lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, and a hint of seasoning, this recipe is perfect for clean eating and gluten-free lifestyles. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this salad is an ideal addition to summer BBQs, meal prep, or paleo-friendly menus. Serve it chilled to let the vibrant ingredients shine or enjoy it immediately for a taste of wholesome freshness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large fresh cucumbers
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 1 medium lemon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 clove garlic
Instructions
Wash and peel the cucumbers. Using a sharp knife or a mandoline, slice the cucumbers into thin rounds.
Peel and thinly slice the red onion into half-moon shapes.
Finely chop the fresh dill and set aside.
In a small bowl, juice the lemon to obtain fresh lemon juice. This should yield approximately 2 tablespoons.
Mince the garlic clove.
In a large salad bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, sliced red onion, and chopped dill.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the fresh lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, sea salt, and black pepper.
Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss gently until all the ingredients are evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary, adding more salt or pepper to your preference.
Serve immediately for the freshest flavor or refrigerate for up to an hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
398 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.0 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1182 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.7 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.3 g | ||
| Protein | 5.7 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 142 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1103 mg | 23% | |
*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.
