Description
This Refreshing Cucumber Salad is a light, hydrating, and flavorful side dish perfect for any meal, especially during warm weather. With crisp cucumbers, fresh mint, a hint of sweetness from honey, and a touch of tangy vinegar, it’s an easy-to-make salad that brings a burst of freshness to your plate in just 10 minutes. Perfect for barbecues, picnics, or as a healthy snack!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cucumbers, very thinly sliced
- ¼ cup white wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
- Chopped fresh dill (optional, for garnish)
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prep the Cucumbers: Thinly slice the cucumbers using a mandoline or a sharp knife.
- Create the Dressing: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the white wine vinegar, honey, chopped mint, and dill.
- Combine and Season: Add the cucumber slices to the bowl and gently toss to coat in the dressing. Season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Chill and Serve: Let the salad chill in the fridge for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy the refreshing flavors!
Notes
- For extra crunch and flavor, add thinly sliced red onion or sprinkle feta cheese on top before serving.
- This salad is best enjoyed fresh, but it can be stored in the fridge for up to 1 day.
- Adjust honey and vinegar amounts based on your taste preference for sweetness and tanginess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: side-dish
- Method: no bake
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 23kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 51mg
- Fat: 0
- Saturated Fat: 0
- Unsaturated Fat: 0
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 0
- Cholesterol: 0