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Crisp and Refreshing Cucumber Salad – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Crisp and Refreshing Cucumber Salad

Beat the heat with the ultimate summer side dish! This Crisp and Refreshing Cucumber Salad is cool, crunchy, and bursting with a tangy-sweet flavor. Made with simple ingredients, it's the perfect light and healthy addition to any BBQ or picnic.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 serving
Calories: 85

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large English cucumber, about 400g (14.1 oz)
  • Salt, for drawing out moisture and to taste
  • ½ medium red onion, about 75g (2.65 oz)
  • ½ cup (120 ml / 4.1 fl oz) apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml / 1 fl oz) avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons (24 g / 0.85 oz) granular erythritol or sugar
  • ½ teaspoon (1 g / 0.04 oz) dried ground oregano
  • Ground black pepper, to taste
  • For the best crunch, use English or Persian cucumbers as they have thinner skin and fewer seeds. No peeling is necessary!
  • Granular erythritol can be swapped for an equal amount of regular sugar or a tablespoon of maple syrup for a different flavor profile.
  • Elevate your salad by adding 2 tablespoons (30 ml / 1 fl oz) of fresh, chopped herbs like dill or mint for a burst of freshness.

Method
 

  1. How to Make Cucumber Salad
  2. Slice the English cucumber into thin rounds and place them in a colander.
  3. Sprinkle generously with salt and toss to coat.
  4. Let the cucumbers sit for 10-15 minutes to draw out excess water, which keeps the salad crisp.
  5. While the cucumbers rest, thinly slice the red onion and add it to a medium-sized mixing bowl.
  6. Gently pat the cucumber slices dry with a paper towel to remove residual salt and moisture.
  7. Add the dried cucumbers to the bowl with the onions.
  8. Pour in the apple cider vinegar, avocado oil, erythritol, and dried oregano.
  9. Stir gently to combine everything, then season with black pepper and additional salt, if needed.
  10. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld. For best results, chill overnight.
  11. Serve cold.
  12. While 2 hours is good, letting the salad marinate overnight in the refrigerator deepens the flavor for an even more delicious result.

Nutrition

Calories: 85kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 1gFat: 7g

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