Cucumber Salad
Crisp, refreshing, and bursting with vibrant flavors, this cucumber salad is the ultimate summer dish. Perfect for picnics or as a colorful side, it combines crunchy cucumbers with sweet cherry tomatoes, zesty lime, and fresh herbs. In just a few simple steps, you’ll create a delightful medley that not only tantalizes your taste buds but also brings back cherished summer memories. Enjoy this easy-to-make salad as a light meal or paired with grilled meats for a satisfying experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: International
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cucumber (sliced thinly)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/4 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1/4 cup lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your cooking space by gathering all ingredients and tools.
- Wash cucumbers thoroughly and slice them thinly using a sharp knife or mandoline.
- Halve cherry tomatoes carefully to reveal their juicy interiors.
- Finely slice red onion and toss it into your bowl along with chopped parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice and olive oil until blended.
- Pour dressing over the cucumber mixture and gently toss until well-coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg