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Cucumber and Sweet Pepper Salad

Refreshing Cucumber and Sweet Pepper Salad for a Light Lunch

A vibrant Cucumber and Sweet Pepper Salad that's light, refreshing, and perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup mini sweet bell peppers sliced into rings
  • 2 units Persian cucumbers sliced into half-moons
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger or allspice
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • to taste chili oil omit for milder flavor
  • to taste 'Everything but the Bagel' seasoning

Equipment

  • bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Whisk
  • Tongs

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, and 1 tablespoon of soy sauce. Add 1 teaspoon of grated ginger and 1 tablespoon of honey, blending until smooth.
  2. Slice 1 cup of mini sweet bell peppers into rings and 2 Persian cucumbers into thin half-moons. Place them in a large serving bowl.
  3. Add the sliced mini sweet bell peppers to the bowl with the cucumbers and gently toss.
  4. Pour the prepared sesame ginger dressing over the vegetable medley and toss for about 30 seconds.
  5. Drizzle in some chili oil and sprinkle with 'Everything but the Bagel' seasoning, tossing again to combine.
  6. Serve the salad immediately or chill it in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 1gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Best served cold; can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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