Description
Bright, crunchy, and refreshing, this Fresh Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad is the perfect accompaniment to any meal or a standalone dish for summer gatherings. With the crispness of cucumbers and the vibrant sweetness of bell peppers, this salad offers an explosion of flavors that will impress your guests. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, it’s a healthy option that doesn’t skimp on taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cucumbers, sliced
- 1 cup sweet bell peppers (mix of red, yellow, and orange), diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash all vegetables thoroughly. Slice cucumbers into rounds or half-moons. Dice bell peppers into bite-sized pieces and finely chop the red onion.
- In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, bell peppers, red onion, and parsley. Toss gently to mix.
- Drizzle olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the salad. Season with salt and pepper; toss again until evenly coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Feel free to add other seasonal veggies like zucchini or cherry tomatoes for variety. Customize the dressing by adding herbs such as basil or dill for extra flavor.