Refreshing Italian Cucumber Salad for a Quick Healthy Bite

This Italian Cucumber Salad is a fresh, delicious dish packed with vibrant flavors and nutrients.

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Prep Time 10

Chill Time 1

Total Time 1 10

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salad

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 80

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

2 cups Cucumbers Choose firm, crispy cucumbers for best crunch
0.5 cups Red Onion Soak in cold water if needed to lessen pungency
2 cups Tomatoes Use ripe, juicy tomatoes
0.5 cups Fresh Basil Substitute with parsley if necessary

For the Dressing

0.25 cups Extra Virgin Olive Oil Base of the dressing
2 tablespoons Red Apple Cider Vinegar Can swap with white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Granulated Sugar Can use honey or agave instead
0.5 teaspoon Kosher Salt Sea salt works as a substitute
to taste Freshly Cracked Black Pepper Always opt for freshly ground

Equipment

Mixing Bowl
Whisk
Vegetable peeler
Cutting board
Knife

Method

Preparation Steps

Wash all vegetables under cool running water to remove dirt.
Dice the cucumbers, red onion, and tomatoes into uniform pieces.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper.
Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat.
Chop fresh basil and fold into the salad.
Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 60 minutes.
Stir gently before serving and enjoy cold.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 120mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store salad in airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator. This salad is best enjoyed fresh.

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