Description
This Crisp & Refreshing Cucumber Herb Salad is a light, tangy, and hydrating side dish featuring thinly sliced cucumbers, fresh herbs, and a zesty vinaigrette—perfect for summer meals, BBQs, or when you need a cool, clean-flavored addition to the table.
Ingredients
- 2 English or 4 Persian cucumbers, thinly sliced
- ¼ small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
- 2–3 tbsp fresh dill or parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp white vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp sugar or honey (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional Add-ins:
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Pinch of red pepper flakes
Instructions
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Slice cucumbers (and red onion, if using) thinly and place them in a large mixing bowl.
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In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, olive oil, sugar (if using), salt, pepper, and optional lemon juice or garlic.
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Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss gently to coat.
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Add chopped herbs and mix again.
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Let the salad rest for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
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Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- For extra crunch, add sliced radishes or cherry tomatoes.
- Use a mandoline slicer for even, paper-thin cucumber slices.
- For a creamy twist, mix a spoonful of Greek yogurt into the dressing.
