Bell Pepper and Cucumber Salad with Tangy Vinaigrette

Name: Bell Pepper and Cucumber Salad with Tangy Vinaigrette
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Salt', 'amount': 'to taste'}; {'ingredient': 'Black pepper', 'amount': 'to taste'}; {'ingredient': 'Honey', 'amount': '1 tablespoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Dijon mustard', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Olive oil', 'amount': '3 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Lemon juice', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Fresh parsley', 'amount': '1/4 cup, chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Red onion', 'amount': '1/2, thinly sliced'}; {'ingredient': 'Cucumbers', 'amount': '2, sliced'}; {'ingredient': 'Bell peppers (mixed colors)', 'amount': '2, diced'}

Dive into this vibrant Bell Pepper and Cucumber Salad, a refreshing dish that celebrates the crispness of colorful bell peppers and cool cucumbers, all tossed together with a zesty vinaigrette. This salad is not just a feast for the eyes, but also a delightful way to enjoy the crunch of fresh veggies, making it a perfect side dish for summer barbecues or a light lunch. The origins of bell pepper salads can be traced back to Mediterranean cuisines, where fresh vegetables are celebrated and often paired with simple dressings to enhance their natural flavors.

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Salt (to taste)
Black pepper (to taste)
Honey (1 tablespoon)
Dijon mustard (1 teaspoon)
Olive oil (3 tablespoons)
Lemon juice (2 tablespoons)
Fresh parsley (1/4 cup, chopped)
Red onion (1/2, thinly sliced)
Cucumbers (2, sliced)
Bell peppers (mixed colors) (2, diced)

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the diced bell peppers, sliced cucumbers, red onion, and chopped parsley.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until well blended.
Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss gently to ensure all the vegetables are evenly coated.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
Before serving, give the salad a final toss and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Serve chilled and enjoy the refreshing burst of flavors!

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Salad • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 0 minutes • Calories: 150 • Fat: 10g • Carbs: 15g • Protein: 2g • Sodium: 25mg • Sugar: 3g

Bell Pepper and Cucumber Salad with Tangy Vinaigrette

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

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