Description
Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish perfect for summer gatherings. Bursting with crisp cucumbers, colorful bell peppers, and zesty dressing, this salad is not only visually appealing but also incredibly easy to prepare. Whether served as a side at barbecues or enjoyed as a light lunch, this salad will elevate any meal. With its delightful crunch and fresh flavors, it’s sure to be a hit at your next gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups diced cucumbers (about 2 medium cucumbers)
- 1 cup diced mixed bell peppers (red, yellow, green)
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the cucumbers and bell peppers. Slice cucumbers into thin rounds and chop bell peppers into bite-sized pieces.
- Thinly slice the red onion; if desired, soak in cold water for 10 minutes to reduce sharpness.
- In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, bell peppers, red onion, and parsley.
- In a separate bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss gently until coated. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg