Spicy Cucumber Salad

This Spicy Cucumber Salad combines the refreshing crunch of cucumbers with a zesty kick from chili and lemon, making it a vibrant addition to any meal. Packed with Mediterranean flavors, it's a perfect vegan twist on a traditional Greek salad.

Ingredients

• Cucumber - 2 medium, thinly sliced
• Cherry tomatoes - 200 grams, halved
• Red onion - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Kalamata olives - 100 grams, pitted and halved
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Fresh parsley - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Chili flakes - 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste)
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, halved Kalamata olives, and diced red bell pepper.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, chili flakes, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
4. Add the chopped fresh parsley and toss lightly again.
5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from tomatoes and olives, helping to combat oxidative stress.
• High in fiber from cucumbers and bell peppers, promoting digestive health.

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