Description
Viral TikTok Cucumber & Bell Pepper Salad is a refreshing and colorful dish that combines crisp cucumbers, sweet bell peppers, and a zesty dressing. This salad is perfect for summer gatherings or as a light side dish. Its vibrant colors and crunchy texture will impress your guests while offering a delightful taste that satisfies your cravings. Enjoy this easy-to-make salad at your next barbecue or picnic!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cucumbers, sliced (about 1 large English cucumber)
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (mix of red, yellow, and green)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted (optional)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (parsley or mint), chopped
Instructions
- Wash all vegetables thoroughly. Slice cucumbers into half-moons, chop bell peppers into strips, and halve cherry tomatoes. Thinly slice the red onion.
- In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and olives if using. Toss gently.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and fresh herbs until fully combined.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss until evenly coated. Let it marinate for about 10 minutes.
- Serve in a bowl or on plates garnished with extra herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg