Cucumber Mint Salad

This refreshing Cucumber Mint Salad is a perfect blend of crunchy cucumbers and fragrant mint, making it an ideal Halal snack for warm days. Light yet flavorful, it's a quick dish that will awaken your palate with its zesty dressing.

Ingredients

• Cucumber - 2 medium, diced
• Fresh mint leaves - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Red onion - 1/4 medium, finely sliced
• Cherry tomatoes - 1/2 cup, halved
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/8 teaspoon
• Feta cheese - 50 grams, crumbled (optional)

Steps

1. Wash and dice the cucumbers into bite-sized pieces.
2. Chop the fresh mint leaves and finely slice the red onion.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the diced cucumbers, chopped mint, sliced red onion, and halved cherry tomatoes.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
5. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
6. If using, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top before serving.
7. Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing salad!

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 15 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Cucumbers are hydrating and low in calories, making them great for weight management.
• Mint can aid digestion and has a refreshing flavor that can help alleviate nausea.

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