Cucumber Salad

This refreshing cucumber salad combines crisp cucumbers and vibrant vegetables, dressed in a tangy vinaigrette, making it a perfect light lunch option. Packed with nutrients and flavor, it's a delightful way to stay healthy and satisfied.

Cucumber Salad
15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
American
150 kcal

Ingredients

  • Cucumber - 2 medium, thinly sliced
  • Cherry tomatoes - 1 cup, halved
  • Red onion - 1/4 small, thinly sliced
  • Fresh dill - 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Feta cheese - 50 grams, crumbled
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Red wine vinegar - 1 tablespoon
  • Honey - 1 teaspoon
  • Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

  1. In a large bowl, combine sliced cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
  3. Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss gently to combine.
  4. Add chopped fresh dill and crumbled feta cheese to the salad, and toss again lightly to incorporate.
  5. Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 150
  • Protein: 6 g
  • Carbs: 10 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 400 mg
  • Cholesterol: 10 mg
  • Total Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • Low in calories and high in water content, aiding hydration.
  • Rich in vitamins and antioxidants, promoting overall health.

Tags

AmericanHealthyLunch