Chilled Cucumber Salad

This Chilled Cucumber Salad is a refreshing, crunchy side dish that embodies the essence of summer with its vibrant flavors and simple ingredients. Perfectly paired with grilled meats or enjoyed on its own, this salad is both satisfying and nourishing.

Ingredients

• Cucumber - 2 medium, thinly sliced
• Red onion - 1/4 medium, thinly sliced
• Cherry tomatoes - 1 cup, halved
• Fresh dill - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Apple cider vinegar - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, red onion, and cherry tomatoes.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
3. Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and add the chopped dill.
4. Toss everything gently to coat the vegetables evenly with the dressing.
5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
6. Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish.

Nutrition

• Calories: 90
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 11 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 210 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in hydration due to high water content in cucumbers.
• Contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties from fresh dill and garlic.

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