Midwestern Cucumber Salad

This Midwestern Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that combines crisp cucumbers with a tangy dressing, embodying the essence of summer in the Midwest. Perfect as a side dish or light meal, it offers a delightful crunch and vibrant flavors that are sure to please anyone's palate.

Ingredients

• 2 medium cucumbers - sliced
• 1/2 cup red onion - thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill - chopped

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers and red onion.
2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, olive oil, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
3. Pour the dressing over the cucumber and onion mixture, tossing gently to coat all the vegetables evenly.
4. Add the chopped dill and mix again to distribute evenly.
5. Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

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

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