Minted Cucumber Salad

Minted Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and vibrant Lebanese dish that combines crisp cucumbers with the aromatic flavor of fresh mint. This vegan salad is perfect as a side dish or light appetizer, offering a burst of flavor in every bite.

Ingredients

• Cucumber - 2 medium
• Fresh mint leaves - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Cherry tomatoes - 1/2 cup, halved (optional)
• Red onion - 1/4 small, thinly sliced (optional)

Steps

1. Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and slice them into thin rounds or half-moons, depending on your preference.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, chopped mint leaves, halved cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion if using.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
4. Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
5. Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 90
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 200 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in hydration due to high water content in cucumbers.
• Mint aids in digestion and adds a fresh flavor to the dish.

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