Description
A refreshing and vibrant medley of crisp cucumbers, sweet bell peppers, and a zesty dressing, perfect for summer meals and light lunches.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers, peeled and sliced into thin rounds
- 2 bell peppers (any color), seeded and sliced into thin strips
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, bell peppers, and red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat.
- Sprinkle the chopped parsley and basil over the salad and toss again to distribute the herbs evenly.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Before serving, give the salad another gentle toss to redistribute the dressing.
Notes
Make ahead by keeping vegetables and dressing separate. Toss just before serving to maintain a crisp texture. Try adding grilled chicken, feta, or fresh mint for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cucumber salad, bell pepper, summer salad, healthy salad, fresh vegetables