Description
A refreshing and vibrant Cucumber and Bell Pepper Salad featuring crisp cucumbers, sweet red and yellow bell peppers, and a tangy olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing. Perfect for a light, healthy side dish or picnic meal, this salad is quick to prepare and packed with Mediterranean flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 cups sliced cucumber (English or Persian)
- 1 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1 cup diced yellow bell pepper
- ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Combine Vegetables: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cucumber, diced red and yellow bell peppers, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped fresh parsley. Toss gently to mix the ingredients evenly.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is well emulsified and flavorful.
- Toss Salad: Pour the dressing over the combined vegetables in the large bowl. Toss thoroughly until all the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Let Flavors Marinate: Allow the salad to sit for 10 to 15 minutes so the flavors can meld and the vegetables absorb the tangy dressing.
- Serve: Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature for a fresh and flavorful dish.
Notes
- This salad is great for picnics or meal prep as it stays crisp.
- For added protein, top with feta cheese or chickpeas.
