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Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad

Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad is the quintessential summer dish that combines crisp cucumbers, colorful sweet peppers, and a zesty dressing for a refreshing, nutrient-packed meal. Perfect as a side for barbecues or enjoyed alone as a light lunch, this salad is easy to prepare and visually stunning. Its vibrant colors and crunch make it an appealing addition to any table, ensuring it will impress your guests and satisfy your palate.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 82
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cucumbers sliced
  • 1 cup sweet bell peppers red, yellow, orange, chopped
  • 1/2 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Slice cucumbers into half-moons about 1/4 inch thick. Chop sweet bell peppers into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Thinly slice red onion; soak in cold water for 10 minutes if desired to mellow flavor.
  3. Rinse and chop parsley finely.
  4. In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, bell peppers, onion, and parsley; toss gently.
  5. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together lemon juice and olive oil; drizzle over salad while tossing gently.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup (150g)Calories: 82kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 25mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

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