Cool and Refreshing Cucumber Ribbon Salad with Mint-Cilantro Dressing
20 minutes
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About Cool and Refreshing Cucumber Ribbon Salad with Mint-Cilantro Dressing
Escape the heat with this vibrant cucumber ribbon salad, a refreshingly light and flavorful dish perfect for warm weather. Imagine delicate cucumber ribbons twirled with a bright, herbaceous mint-cilantro dressing – a simple symphony of fresh tastes.This healthy and hydrating salad is incredibly versatile. Enjoy it as a light meal on its own, or serve it alongside grilled meats and fish for a perfectly balanced plate. The red onion adds a delightful zing, while the cool cucumber offers a burst of hydration in every bite.Quick to prepare and bursting with garden-fresh flavors, this recipe is your secret weapon for a healthy and satisfying meal any day of the week.
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Recipe Time & More
Prep20 minutes
Total20 minutes
Ingredients
Dressing
- 2 Tbsp Lemon Juice
- 1 Tbsp Olive Oil
- 10-15 Mint Leaves
- 1 tsp Chili Flakes
- Sea Salt to taste
Instructions
- Thinly slice the red onion. Soaking the slices in ice water for 10 minutes will mellow their flavor and make them crisp.
- Using a vegetable peeler, shave the cucumbers lengthwise into wide ribbons. Stop when you reach the seed core. Rotate the cucumber and repeat until only the seed core remains.
- In a large bowl, combine the cucumber ribbons, sliced red onion, and chopped cilantro.
- To make the dressing, combine the reserved cucumber seeds, lemon juice, olive oil, chili flakes, sea salt, and mint leaves in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat. This ensures the delicate cucumber ribbons don't break.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves. Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing flavors.
Recipe Notes
Good To Know
- To make this salad more crunchy and crispy, put cucumber shavings in ice cold water.
Expert Tips
- For a richer flavor, use English cucumbers, as they have thinner skin and fewer seeds.
- Add a pinch of sugar to the salad to balance the acidity and enhance the cucumber's sweetness.
- Customize your salad with other fresh herbs like dill or mint for a brighter taste.
Storage Instructions
- Store leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. It's best served fresh, as the cucumbers can release water over time.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 37kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.2gSodium: 44mgPotassium: 277mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 378IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 37mgIron: 1mg
Meera Girdhar
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Looks so delectable! Thanks for posting.
This is wonderful! Can’t wait to taste it.
Very nice
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