Pepper and Cucumber Salad
Bright, crunchy, and packed with vibrant colors, this Pepper and Cucumber Salad is the ultimate refreshing side dish for any meal. Featuring crisp cucumber slices, a trio of red, yellow, and green bell peppers, and zesty red onion, this salad bursts with garden-fresh flavor in every bite. Tossed in a light dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, and a touch of salt and pepper, and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this recipe is as simple as it is satisfying. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, it’s the perfect choice for a quick lunch, a barbecue side, or a light dinner addition. Healthy, gluten-free, and loaded with nutrients, this vibrant vegetable salad lets the natural flavors shine, making it a must-try for anyone seeking a wholesome dish that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium Cucumber
- 1 large Red bell pepper
- 1 large Yellow bell pepper
- 1 large Green bell pepper
- 1 small Red onion
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Wash all the vegetables thoroughly under cold running water and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Trim the ends off the cucumbers and slice them into thin rounds or half-moons, depending on your preference.
Core and seed the red, yellow, and green bell peppers, then cut them into thin strips or bite-sized pieces.
Peel the red onion and slice it into very thin rings or half-rings.
Roughly chop the fresh parsley and set it aside.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
In a large salad bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, bell peppers, red onion, and chopped parsley.
Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice.
Serve the salad immediately as a fresh side dish, or refrigerate it for 15-30 minutes to let the flavors meld together before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
519 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.2 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1218 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.9 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.9 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.8 g | ||
| Protein | 10.0 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 157 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 2062 mg | 44% | |
*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.
