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A crisp, light, and utterly refreshing side dish. Thinly sliced cucumbers and red onion are tossed in a simple tangy vinaigrette. This classic American salad is the perfect palate cleanser for any meal and is ready in just 10 minutes.
Prepare the vegetables
Make the vinaigrette
Combine and chill the salad
Serve
A crisp, light, and utterly refreshing side dish. Thinly sliced cucumbers and red onion are tossed in a simple tangy vinaigrette. This classic American salad is the perfect palate cleanser for any meal and is ready in just 10 minutes.
This american recipe takes 10 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 91.59 calories per serving with 1.14g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for side or lunch or snack.
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Reduce the olive oil to 1 tablespoon and use a squeeze of fresh lemon juice instead of some of the vinegar to lower fat and acidity.
Use a mandoline for slicing the cucumber and onion to get uniform, paper-thin slices in seconds, cutting prep time in half.
Add a teaspoon of honey or maple syrup to the vinaigrette to balance the tanginess and make it more appealing to kids.
Toss in 1/2 cup of cooked chickpeas or some crumbled feta cheese for a protein and flavor boost.
Cucumbers are composed of about 96% water, making this salad a delicious way to stay hydrated, especially in warm weather.
This salad is very low in calories, making it an excellent choice for a light side dish or for those managing their weight.
Cucumbers and onions contain antioxidants, including flavonoids and tannins, which help combat oxidative stress in the body.
The combination of water and fiber in cucumbers can help promote regular bowel movements and support a healthy digestive system.
Yes, this cucumber salad is very healthy. It's low in calories, hydrating due to the high water content of cucumbers, and provides vitamins and minerals. The simple vinaigrette is much lighter than creamy dressings.
A one-cup serving of this cucumber salad contains approximately 60-70 calories, primarily from the olive oil in the vinaigrette.
It's best enjoyed within a few hours of making it. While you can make it a day ahead, the cucumbers will release water and lose some of their crispness over time.
English or Persian cucumbers are ideal because they have thin skin that doesn't require peeling and very few seeds, resulting in a better texture.
To minimize wateriness, you can salt the sliced cucumbers and let them sit in a colander for 20-30 minutes. This draws out excess moisture. Rinse the salt off and pat them dry before adding the dressing.
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