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Cucumber and Sweet Pepper Salad


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  • Author: James Carter
  • Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing salad combining crisp cucumbers and colorful bell peppers with a tangy vinaigrette dressing


Ingredients

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  • 4 large cucumbers, peeled and sliced thin
  • 2 large red bell peppers, seeded and sliced into strips
  • 1 large yellow bell pepper, seeded and sliced into strips
  • 1 medium sweet onion, sliced thin
  • 1/2 cup white vinegar
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1. Wash and peel cucumbers, then slice into 1/8-inch thick rounds.
  2. 2. Remove seeds and stems from bell peppers, slice into 1/4-inch strips.
  3. 3. Slice sweet onion into thin half-moons, about 1/8-inch thick.
  4. 4. Combine cucumbers, bell peppers, and onion in a large mixing bowl.
  5. 5. Whisk together vinegar, oil, sugar, salt, and pepper until dissolved.
  6. 6. Pour dressing over vegetables and toss to coat evenly.
  7. 7. Add fresh dill and parsley, toss once more.
  8. 8. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

Store covered in refrigerator for up to 3 days. Drain excess liquid before serving if needed.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 95
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 295mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 2g