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Cucumber and Sweet Pepper Salad

Cucumber and Sweet Pepper Salad That's Refreshingly Light

Enjoy a vibrant Cucumber and Sweet Pepper Salad that combines crisp cucumbers and sweet peppers in a zesty sesame ginger dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil High-quality oil for the best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar Substitute with apple cider vinegar if desired.
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil Can use more olive oil for a milder taste.
  • 2 teaspoons soy sauce Opt for tamari for a gluten-free alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon ginger (grated) Reduce amount for a milder flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon honey Maple syrup works for a vegan option.
Salad
  • 1 cup sliced mini sweet bell peppers Main vegetable providing sweetness.
  • 1 cup sliced Persian cucumbers Known for their crisp texture.
  • to taste chili oil Adjust to taste; omit for a milder salad.
  • to taste Everything but the Bagel Seasoning Creates a crunchy texture.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Knife
  • Spatula

Method
 

Prepare the Dressing
  1. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, rice vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, grated ginger, and honey. Ensure the mixture is well combined and glossy.
Assemble the Salad
  1. Grab a large mixing bowl and add sliced mini sweet bell peppers and sliced Persian cucumbers. Use a sharp knife for clean cuts.
Combine Ingredients
  1. Pour the sesame ginger dressing over the sliced vegetables and gently toss to ensure even coating.
Adjust Seasoning
  1. Taste your salad and drizzle in chili oil for heat. Sprinkle in Everything but the Bagel seasoning and mix well.
Serve
  1. Serve immediately on chilled plates or in a large serving bowl, or chill for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For the best flavor, use fresh ingredients and allow the salad to sit in the dressing for at least 30 minutes for deeper flavor infusion.

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